NBA · Final

Nuggets Defeat Pacers in 135-120 Showdown

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Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Gainbridge Fieldhouse

Denver Nuggets 135, Indiana Pacers 120, 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 Denver Nuggets vs Indiana Pacers?

Denver Nuggets beat Indiana Pacers 135-120 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on December 3, 2025.

Who was favored in Denver Nuggets vs Indiana Pacers?

Denver Nuggets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -310 (about 76% implied). The favorite won.

The Denver Nuggets secured a decisive victory over the Indiana Pacers with a final score of 135-120 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. This win extends the Nuggets' dominance in their series against the Pacers, bringing their record to 3-0 in the last three meetings. The Nuggets, boasting a strong away record of 15-6, showcased their offensive prowess, averaging 125.2 points in their last ten games, while the Pacers struggled with a home record of 4-18.

In recent form, the Pacers have faced challenges, recording a 3-7 record in their last ten games, with an average of 111.0 points scored and 116.8 points allowed. Their latest match resulted in a loss against the Cleveland Cavaliers, where they fell 119-135. The Pacers' home performance has been inconsistent, with a home record of 3-3 in their last six games.

Conversely, the Nuggets have maintained a solid performance, despite a recent loss to the Dallas Mavericks. They recorded a 6-4 record in their last ten games, averaging 125.2 points scored and allowing 121.0 points. Their away performance has been particularly impressive, with a perfect 6-0 record in their last six away games.

In terms of injuries, the Pacers are dealing with the day-to-day status of Tyrese Haliburton due to an Achilles issue, while Johnny Furphy is out with a knee injury. The Nuggets also have some concerns, with Aaron Gordon and Trevon Brazile listed as day-to-day, both dealing with calf and undisclosed injuries, respectively.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Nuggets favored by 8.5 points, with a total set at 238.5. The odds reflected the Nuggets' strong away performance and the Pacers' struggles, particularly at home. The moneyline odds were set at +250 for the Pacers and -310 for the Nuggets.

The game conditions were favorable for a high-scoring affair, and viewers were treated to an exciting matchup. Key moments included free throws from Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, which helped solidify the Nuggets' lead in the fourth quarter. The Pacers attempted to close the gap with shots from Isaiah Jackson and Curtis Jones, but the Nuggets maintained control, ultimately sealing the game with a comfortable margin.

Overall, the Nuggets demonstrated their capability as a formidable opponent, while the Pacers will need to address their inconsistencies as they move forward in the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	DEN -8.5	238.5 o -105 / u -115	Denver Nuggets -310 · Indiana Pacers +250

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Injury report

Tyrese HaliburtonDay-To-DayAchillesIndiana Pacers
Johnny FurphyOutKneeIndiana Pacers
Aaron GordonDay-To-DayCalfDenver Nuggets
Trevon BrazileDay-To-DayUndisclosedDenver Nuggets

Leaders

PointsPascal Siakam23Indiana Pacers
AssistsAndrew Nembhard7Indiana Pacers
ReboundsBennedict Mathurin7Indiana Pacers
PointsJamal Murray52Denver Nuggets
AssistsNikola Jokic13Denver Nuggets
ReboundsNikola Jokic8Denver Nuggets

Recent form

Indiana Pacers

Last 10: 3-7Streak L1111 scored · 116.8 allowed per game3-3 at home

L119-135vs Cleveland CavaliersDec 2
W103-101vs Chicago BullsNov 30
W119-86vs Washington WizardsNov 29
L95-97at Toronto RaptorsNov 27
L117-122vs Detroit PistonsNov 25
L109-120at Cleveland CavaliersNov 22
W127-118vs Charlotte HornetsNov 20
L112-127at Detroit PistonsNov 18
L111-129vs Toronto RaptorsNov 16
L98-133at Phoenix SunsNov 14

Denver Nuggets

Last 10: 6-4Streak L1125.2 scored · 121 allowed per game6-0 away

L121-131vs Dallas MavericksDec 2
W130-112at Phoenix SunsNov 30
L136-139vs San Antonio SpursNov 29
W125-115at Memphis GrizzliesNov 25
L123-128vs Sacramento KingsNov 23
W112-109at Houston RocketsNov 22
W125-118at New Orleans PelicansNov 20
L127-130vs Chicago BullsNov 18
W123-112at Minnesota TimberwolvesNov 16
W130-116at LA ClippersNov 13

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
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
Detroit	-	22	W3	.732	60
Cleveland	8	30	W1	.634	52
Milwaukee	28	50	L1	.390	32
Chicago	29	51	L2	.378	31
Indiana	41	63	L2	.232	19

Box score

Stat	Denver Nuggets	Indiana Pacers
Field goals	49-83	42-81
Field goal %	59	52
Three-pointers	17-28	13-28
Three-point %	61	46
Free throws	20-26	23-29
Free throw %	77	79
Rebounds	38	38
Offensive rebounds	5	8
Defensive rebounds	33	30
Assists	23	24
Steals	6	6
Blocks	5	5
Turnovers	10	12
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	18	17
Fast-break points	21	19
Points in the paint	52	36
Fouls	21	24
Largest lead	29	5
Lead changes	3	3
Time in front	86	11

How the scoring went

4th Quarter102-84Garrison Mathews makes 22-foot three point shot (T.J. McConnell assists)
4th Quarter102-86Jarace Walker makes 17-foot jumper (T.J. McConnell assists)
4th Quarter103-86Jonas Valanciunas makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter103-88T.J. McConnell makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter106-88Tim Hardaway Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jamal Murray assists)
4th Quarter106-89Tony Bradley makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter106-90Tony Bradley makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter106-92Pascal Siakam makes 2-foot layup (T.J. McConnell assists)
4th Quarter107-92Jamal Murray makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter108-92Jamal Murray makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter108-94T.J. McConnell makes two point shot
4th Quarter111-94Jamal Murray makes 24-foot three pointer
4th Quarter111-95Garrison Mathews makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter111-96Garrison Mathews makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter111-98Jarace Walker makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot (Andrew Nembhard assists)
4th Quarter113-98Nikola Jokic makes 6-foot jumper (Jamal Murray assists)
4th Quarter113-99Tony Bradley makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter115-99Jamal Murray makes 19-foot step back jumpshot (Nikola Jokic assists)
4th Quarter115-100Ben Sheppard makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter118-100Jamal Murray makes 26-foot three point jumper (Nikola Jokic assists)
4th Quarter118-102Andrew Nembhard makes 4-foot two point shot
4th Quarter121-102Jamal Murray makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter121-103Jarace Walker makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter121-104Jarace Walker makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter123-104Peyton Watson makes driving layup
4th Quarter123-107Andrew Nembhard makes 27-foot three point jumper (Pascal Siakam assists)
4th Quarter125-107Tim Hardaway Jr. makes dunk (Nikola Jokic assists)
4th Quarter125-108Tony Bradley makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter125-109Tony Bradley makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter125-112Pascal Siakam makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ben Sheppard assists)
4th Quarter128-112Jamal Murray makes 23-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter128-115Pascal Siakam makes 25-foot three point jumper (Andrew Nembhard assists)
4th Quarter129-115Nikola Jokic makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter130-115Nikola Jokic makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter130-116Pascal Siakam makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter131-116Peyton Watson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter131-118Jeremiah Robinson-Earl makes two point shot
4th Quarter133-118Jamal Murray makes 13-foot two point shot
4th Quarter133-120Isaiah Jackson makes two point shot
4th Quarter135-120Curtis Jones makes 4-foot two point shot