Nikola Jokic (Denver Nuggets) Under 23.5 Rebounds + Assists (+100)

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As the Nuggets roll into Phoenix, all eyes will be on Nikola Jokic, but we might want to temper our expectations for his combined rebounds and assists. While he's been a triple-double machine, facing the Suns on the road poses a unique challenge. In his last five away games, Jokic averaged 10.6 assists and 15.2 rebounds, but against Phoenix specifically, his numbers dip to an average of 9.8 assists and just 10 rebounds. That's a telling sign, considering he's hit the Under on this mark 12 out of his last 20 away games. With an expected stat value around 21.19, it feels like there's a solid case to back the Under 23.5. Let's not forget the Suns' defensive tenacity at home; they're known for limiting star players. In this matchup, Jokic might just find it harder to hit those lofty totals.

Khaman Maluach (Phoenix Suns) Under 4.5 Rebounds (-159)

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As the Suns gear up to host the Nuggets, all eyes will be on Khaman Maluach and his rebounding numbers. While he's shown flashes of potential this season, his latest outings paint a compelling picture for a bet on the under for his rebounds, set at 4.5. Over the last five games, he's averaged just 3.8 boards and, even more telling, only 1 rebound against Denver in their previous matchups, both at home and away. His home performance suggests a modest uptick, averaging 5.2 rebounds, but against the Nuggets, he's struggled significantly. With a hit rate of just 1 in 5 against this opponent at home, the odds are stacked against him. Given these factors and the Suns' dynamic offense pulling in various rebounders, it seems prudent to take the under on Maluach's rebounding total. Expect a quieter night for him on the glass.

Nikola Jokic (Denver Nuggets) Under 10.5 Assists (+104)

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As the Denver Nuggets face off against the Phoenix Suns, eyes are on Nikola Jokic, particularly his assist total. While he's put up impressive numbers recently, averaging 12 assists over his last five games, his away performances tell a different story. On the road, Jokic's assists dip to about 10.6, and against the Suns, he's averaged just under 10 per game in their last few matchups. With Phoenix's defense tightening up at home, it's reasonable to expect Jokic might struggle to find his rhythm. He's hit the under on 10.5 assists in 6 of his last 14 away games, showcasing a trend that suggests he might not reach double digits this time around. Given the Suns' ability to disrupt opposing playmakers, targeting the under on Jokic's assists could be a savvy play in this high-stakes clash.

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