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Denver Nuggets (65-32) vs Miami Heat (57-45)

Thursday, June 01, 2023 at 8:30 pm

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There's a reason this number is high -- it's because this game will be a blowout. I won't be shocked at all to see the Heat compete early and keep this close or maybe even have a short lead at halftime. Having said that, the Nuggets will make some large runs in this game and if needed, they will have a huge spurt in the second half to put the Heat away.

It's too much to ask of Miami to win an extremely emotional game 7 on the road -- after blowing a 3-0 lead -- and then come into Denver and stay competitive for four quarters. It simply isn't going to happen. I know Jokic will get his numbers and Murray will play well but I expect a big game from Michael Porter, Jr in game 1. And I won't be shocked at all to see Caldwell-Pope hit 3+ three pointers as the Heat scramble to rotate on defense. 

I don't like this matchup for Miami in the series and I certainly don't like the spot they are in in game 1. 

Take Denver

Best of luck -- Mike

Mike’s Pick Denver Nuggets: -9 -110

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