76ers vs. Nuggets prediction, odds, line: Proven model reveals 2026 NBA picks for Jan. 5

A cross-conference matchup on Monday's NBA schedule has the Philadelphia 76ers hosting the Denver Nuggets. Philly (19-14) has won three in a row, while the injury-plagued Nuggets (23-12), who will be without Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray and others, have lost four of five. Denver swept the season series last year and has won three straight meetings overall.

Tipoff is at 8:30 p.m. ET from Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. The latest 76ers vs. Nuggets odds list Philly as the 15-point favorite, while the over/under is 228.5. 

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