The Denver Nuggets are set to host the Charlotte Hornets in their first game after the All-Star break, looking to extend their 8-game winning streak and improve their position in the Western Conference standings. The Nuggets have a 36-19 record and trail the second-place Memphis Grizzlies by just half a game. Denver's remaining schedule is pretty arduous, but they are focused on grabbing victories against the Hornets and the Luka-led Lakers to make it 10 straight wins.

The injury report for the Nuggets includes Vlatko Čančar, who is out with left knee surgery rehabilitation, while Aaron Gordon, Jamal Murray, and Michael Porter Jr. are probable with various injuries. The Hornets, on the other hand, are on the second night of a back-to-back, having won against the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday. The Nuggets are 16.5-point favorites at home, and the game total is set at 229.5 on DraftKings Sportsbook.

Nikola Jokic is one of the key players to watch in this game, with his stats almost unbelievable and factoring into wins. His points, rebounds, and assists lines can be a bit steep, but his three-pointers made are a sneaky prop bet. Jokic is shooting a career-high 45 percent from distance while attempting a career-high 4.5 per game. He has made at least 1.5 three-pointers in 31 of 49 games, which is why bettors will have to play the prop at -125.

The game will be broadcast on Altitude TV and KTVD My20, with coverage beginning at 6:30 p.m. Thursday. Fans can also stream the game on the 9NEWS app or watch it for free with an antenna connected to their TV. The Nuggets are looking to make a strong push for the playoffs, and this game is crucial in their quest for a top seed in the Western Conference. With their strong team chemistry and consistent performance, they are a force to be reckoned with, and their dominant center, Nikola Jokic, is a key factor in their success.

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