NBA · Final

Nuggets Edge Nets in Close Contest at Ball Arena

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Thursday, January 29, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Ball Arena

Denver Nuggets 107, Brooklyn Nets 103, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Brooklyn Nets vs Denver Nuggets?

Denver Nuggets beat Brooklyn Nets 107-103 at Ball Arena on January 29, 2026.

Who was favored in Brooklyn Nets vs Denver Nuggets?

Denver Nuggets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -245 (about 71% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Denver Nuggets narrowly defeated the Brooklyn Nets 107-103 at Ball Arena. This game was particularly significant as it marked the third meeting of the season between the two teams, with the series now tied at 1-1. The Nuggets, who hold a strong home record of 32-16, faced off against a struggling Nets team that has managed only 12 wins against 34 losses this season.

The Nuggets have been experiencing a mixed bag of results recently, with a record of 6-3-1 in their last ten games. However, they are currently on a one-game losing streak, having lost to the Detroit Pistons in their most recent outing on January 28, 2026, with a score of 107-109. Despite this setback, the Nuggets have averaged 97.9 points scored and allowed 97.5 points during this stretch. Their home form has been less impressive, recording just a 2-3 record in their last five home games.

In contrast, the Nets have been struggling significantly, with a dismal record of 1-9 in their last ten games and currently riding a six-game losing streak. Their last game resulted in a 102-106 loss to the Phoenix Suns on January 28, 2026. The Nets have averaged 103.0 points scored and allowed a staggering 117.3 points during this recent stretch, showcasing their defensive vulnerabilities.

When it comes to home and away performance, the Nuggets have been solid at home with a record of 2-3 in their last five games, while the Nets have not won a single game in their last seven away matches.

The injury picture for both teams is notable. For the Nuggets, Aaron Gordon and Trevon Brazile are both listed as day-to-day, with Gordon dealing with a calf issue and Brazile's injury being undisclosed. The Nets also have a day-to-day concern with Nolan Traore, who is managing a knee injury. The status of these players could impact their respective teams' performances moving forward.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Nuggets favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 209.5. The odds for the Nuggets to win outright were listed at -245.0, while the Nets were at +200.0, indicating a significant expectation for the Nuggets to secure the victory.

Conditions during the game were typical for an indoor basketball setting, allowing both teams to focus on their game without external weather factors affecting play. Fans were treated to a competitive atmosphere as the two teams battled for crucial points.

Viewers were able to witness a closely fought fourth quarter, where scoring plays were pivotal in determining the outcome. Notable moments included Jamal Murray making crucial free throws and Terance Mann's attempts to keep the Nets in contention with his scoring efforts. Despite the Nets' best efforts to close the gap, including free throws from Jonas Valanciunas, they ultimately fell short.

The Nuggets' victory not only reinforces their home dominance but also highlights the ongoing struggles of the Nets, who will need to regroup and address their defensive issues if they hope to turn their season around.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	DEN -6.5	209.5 o -105 / u -115	Brooklyn Nets +200 · Denver Nuggets -245

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Injury report

Aaron GordonDay-To-DayCalfDenver Nuggets
Trevon BrazileDay-To-DayUndisclosedDenver Nuggets
Nolan TraoreDay-To-DayKneeBrooklyn Nets

Leaders

PointsJamal Murray27Denver Nuggets
AssistsJamal Murray6Denver Nuggets
ReboundsJonas Valanciunas9Denver Nuggets
PointsMichael Porter Jr.38Brooklyn Nets
AssistsNic Claxton7Brooklyn Nets
ReboundsMichael Porter Jr.10Brooklyn Nets

Recent form

Denver Nuggets

Last 10: 6-3-1Streak L197.9 scored · 97.5 allowed per game2-3 at home

L107-109vs Detroit PistonsJan 28
D0-0at Memphis GrizzliesJan 25
W102-100at Milwaukee BucksJan 24
W107-97at Washington WizardsJan 23
L107-115vs Los Angeles LakersJan 21
L87-110vs Charlotte HornetsJan 19
W121-115vs Washington WizardsJan 18
W118-109at Dallas MavericksJan 15
W122-116at New Orleans PelicansJan 14
W108-104vs Milwaukee BucksJan 12

Brooklyn Nets

Last 10: 1-9Streak L6103 scored · 117.3 allowed per game0-7 away

L102-106at Phoenix SunsJan 28
L89-126at LA ClippersJan 26
L126-130vs Boston CelticsJan 24
L66-120at New York KnicksJan 22
L117-126vs Phoenix SunsJan 20
L102-124at Chicago BullsJan 19
W112-109vs Chicago BullsJan 17
L113-116at New Orleans PelicansJan 15
L105-113at Dallas MavericksJan 13
L98-103at Memphis GrizzliesJan 11

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Boston	-	26	W2	.683	56
New York	3	29	L1	.646	53
Toronto	10	36	W1	.561	46
Philadelphia	11	37	W2	.549	45
Brooklyn	36	62	L3	.244	20
Oklahoma City	-	18	L2	.780	64
Denver	10	28	W12	.659	54
Minnesota	15	33	W2	.598	49
Portland	22	40	W2	.512	42
Utah	42	60	L1	.268	22

Box score

Stat	Brooklyn Nets	Denver Nuggets
Field goals	37-85	38-80
Field goal %	44	48
Three-pointers	14-37	13-26
Three-point %	38	50
Free throws	15-18	18-25
Free throw %	83	72
Rebounds	49	41
Offensive rebounds	14	7
Defensive rebounds	35	34
Assists	24	24
Steals	4	6
Blocks	6	4
Turnovers	8	6
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	12	7
Fast-break points	9	11
Points in the paint	42	40
Fouls	21	14
Largest lead	5	19
Lead changes	11	11
Time in front	11	79

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter70-73Tim Hardaway Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jamal Murray assists)
3rd Quarter73-73Michael Porter Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ben Saraf assists)
3rd Quarter73-75Peyton Watson makes 3-foot layup (Jamal Murray assists)
3rd Quarter73-77Peyton Watson makes 3-foot two point shot (Bruce Brown assists)
3rd Quarter76-77Jalen Wilson makes 28-foot three point jumper (Ben Saraf assists)
3rd Quarter76-79Julian Strawther makes driving layup
4th Quarter76-82Bruce Brown makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jonas Valanciunas assists)
4th Quarter76-83Bruce Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter79-83Drake Powell makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jalen Wilson assists)
4th Quarter79-85Bruce Brown makes 4-foot two point shot
4th Quarter79-86Julian Strawther makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter79-87Julian Strawther makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter81-87Drake Powell makes 12-foot two point shot
4th Quarter84-87Michael Porter Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nic Claxton assists)
4th Quarter84-90Tim Hardaway Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Zeke Nnaji assists)
4th Quarter85-90Drake Powell makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter86-90Drake Powell makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter88-90Nolan Traore makes 13-foot two point shot
4th Quarter90-90Michael Porter Jr. makes running layup
4th Quarter92-90Nolan Traore makes driving layup (Terance Mann assists)
4th Quarter92-92Peyton Watson makes driving layup
4th Quarter94-92Terance Mann makes 1-foot dunk (Nic Claxton assists)
4th Quarter94-94Jonas Valanciunas makes layup (Jamal Murray assists)
4th Quarter94-95Jonas Valanciunas makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter94-97Jamal Murray makes 6-foot turnaround jump shot
4th Quarter94-99Jamal Murray makes 5-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter94-100Jamal Murray makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter95-100Michael Porter Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter96-100Michael Porter Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter96-102Jamal Murray makes 19-foot step back jumpshot
4th Quarter98-102Nic Claxton makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Nolan Traore assists)
4th Quarter98-103Jamal Murray makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter98-104Jamal Murray makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter100-104Danny Wolf makes 4-foot two point shot
4th Quarter100-105Peyton Watson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter101-105Terance Mann makes free throw 1 of 3
4th Quarter102-105Terance Mann makes free throw 2 of 3
4th Quarter103-105Terance Mann makes free throw 3 of 3
4th Quarter103-106Jonas Valanciunas makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter103-107Jonas Valanciunas makes free throw 2 of 2