Blazers Edge Nuggets in Close Contest
Friday, October 31, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · Moda Center
Portland Trail Blazers 109, Denver Nuggets 107, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
The next free pick, for your email
Team, bet, price and the hash it was sealed under, on this page the moment you send. Lose or win, it stays public.
or by email
Public record of the main pick, losses included: 115 won, 44 lost. See every pick
One free pick a day by email until you unsubscribe, in one click. 21+.
Quick answers
Who won Denver Nuggets vs Portland Trail Blazers?
Portland Trail Blazers beat Denver Nuggets 109-107 at Moda Center on October 31, 2025.
In a tightly contested game at the Moda Center, the Portland Trail Blazers narrowly defeated the Denver Nuggets with a final score of 109-107. This victory marks the Blazers' second consecutive win, improving their record to 4-2 for the season, while the Nuggets fall to 3-3. The matchup was significant as it showcased the Blazers' ability to perform under pressure, maintaining their lead in the series against the Nuggets, now at 2-0 this season.
The Trail Blazers entered the game with a home record of 3-2 and had recently shown a resurgence in form, winning their last two games against the Utah Jazz and Los Angeles Lakers. In those matches, they averaged 129 points while allowing 121.5, indicating a strong offensive output. Conversely, the Nuggets, with a 3-2 away record, were on a three-game winning streak, having scored an average of 127.8 points in their last five games, while allowing 112.2. This made the matchup particularly intriguing, as both teams were displaying potent offensive capabilities.
The game unfolded with a series of lead changes and clutch plays. In the fourth quarter, the Blazers found themselves trailing 107-102 before Jerami Grant made a driving layup, cutting the deficit to three. The Nuggets' Aaron Gordon then hit a step-back jumper, extending the lead to five points. However, the Blazers responded with a layup from Deni Avdija, followed by a free throw that brought them within two points. Grant's subsequent free throws allowed the Blazers to reclaim the lead, ultimately sealing the game at 109-107.
In terms of injuries, the Blazers were without Shaedon Sharpe, who was out due to a knee issue. Both Damian Lillard and Ja Morant were listed as day-to-day, adding uncertainty to the Blazers' lineup. The Nuggets also had key players on the injury report, with Aaron Gordon and Trevon Brazile both listed as day-to-day, impacting their depth and strategy.
The market had the Blazers favored to win, reflecting their home advantage and recent form, though exact odds were not specified. The game conditions were typical for a November evening in Portland, providing a competitive atmosphere for both teams.
Viewers should have noted the intense back-and-forth nature of the game, particularly in the fourth quarter, where every possession was critical. The scoring plays highlighted the skill and determination of both teams, with Grant emerging as a pivotal player for the Blazers in the closing moments. This match not only showcased the competitiveness of the NBA but also set the stage for future encounters between these two teams.
Injury report
- Shaedon SharpeOutKneePortland Trail Blazers
- Ja MorantDay-To-DayElbowPortland Trail Blazers
- Damian LillardDay-To-DayAchillesPortland Trail Blazers
- Aaron GordonDay-To-DayCalfDenver Nuggets
- Trevon BrazileDay-To-DayUndisclosedDenver Nuggets
Leaders
- PointsDeni Avdija23Portland Trail Blazers
- AssistsJrue Holiday13Portland Trail Blazers
- ReboundsDonovan Clingan15Portland Trail Blazers
- PointsJamal Murray22Denver Nuggets
- AssistsNikola Jokic9Denver Nuggets
- ReboundsNikola Jokic14Denver Nuggets
Recent form
Portland Trail Blazers
Last 10: 5-5Streak W2117.2 scored · 113.7 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W136-134at Utah JazzOct 30
- W122-108at Los Angeles LakersOct 28
- L107-114at LA ClippersOct 27
- W139-119vs Golden State WarriorsOct 25
- L114-118vs Minnesota TimberwolvesOct 23
- W109-81vs Los Angeles LakersApr 13
- L86-103vs Golden State WarriorsApr 12
- L126-133at Utah JazzApr 10
- W120-109vs San Antonio SpursApr 6
- L113-118at Chicago BullsApr 5
Denver Nuggets
Last 10: 6-4Streak W3121 scored · 114.2 allowed per game3-2 away
- W122-88vs New Orleans PelicansOct 30
- W127-114at Minnesota TimberwolvesOct 28
- W133-111vs Phoenix SunsOct 26
- L131-137at Golden State WarriorsOct 24
- W126-111at Houston RocketsApr 13
- W117-109vs Memphis GrizzliesApr 12
- W124-116at Sacramento KingsApr 10
- L120-125vs Indiana PacersApr 7
- L104-118at Golden State WarriorsApr 5
- L106-113vs San Antonio SpursApr 3
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 |
Box score
| Stat | Denver Nuggets | Portland Trail Blazers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 38-79 | 38-91 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 6-25 | 11-39 |
| Three-point % | 24 | 28 |
| Free throws | 25-31 | 22-31 |
| Free throw % | 81 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 46 | 43 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 36 | 27 |
| Assists | 19 | 26 |
| Steals | 6 | 11 |
| Blocks | 7 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 25 | 14 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 50 |
| Fouls | 21 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 2 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter79-71Peyton Watson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter80-71Nikola Jokic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter81-71Nikola Jokic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter81-73Donovan Clingan makes dunk
- 4th Quarter83-73Bruce Brown makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot (Tim Hardaway Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter83-75Shaedon Sharpe makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter83-76Shaedon Sharpe makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter83-78Deni Avdija makes 4-foot running pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter86-78Tim Hardaway Jr. makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jonas Valanciunas assists)
- 4th Quarter86-80Kris Murray makes driving layup (Shaedon Sharpe assists)
- 4th Quarter88-80Jonas Valanciunas makes 4-foot two point shot (Tim Hardaway Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter88-83Shaedon Sharpe makes 24-foot three pointer (Donovan Clingan assists)
- 4th Quarter90-83Jamal Murray makes 2-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter90-84Shaedon Sharpe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter92-84Jonas Valanciunas makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter92-86Robert Williams III makes alley oop dunk shot (Jrue Holiday assists)
- 4th Quarter93-86Jonas Valanciunas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter94-86Jonas Valanciunas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter94-88Kris Murray makes 1-foot driving dunk (Jrue Holiday assists)
- 4th Quarter94-90Toumani Camara makes 6-foot two point shot (Robert Williams III assists)
- 4th Quarter96-90Peyton Watson makes 1-foot dunk (Nikola Jokic assists)
- 4th Quarter96-91Toumani Camara makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter96-94Kris Murray makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jrue Holiday assists)
- 4th Quarter96-96Deni Avdija makes driving layup (Toumani Camara assists)
- 4th Quarter98-96Jamal Murray makes 18-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter98-99Jrue Holiday makes 23-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter100-99Nikola Jokic makes 7-foot two point shot (Cameron Johnson assists)
- 4th Quarter101-99Nikola Jokic makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter102-99Nikola Jokic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter103-99Nikola Jokic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter103-100Kris Murray makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter105-100Jamal Murray makes 23-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter105-102Jerami Grant makes driving layup (Kris Murray assists)
- 4th Quarter107-102Aaron Gordon makes 20-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter107-104Deni Avdija makes driving layup (Jrue Holiday assists)
- 4th Quarter107-105Deni Avdija makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter107-106Jerami Grant makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter107-107Jerami Grant makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter107-108Jerami Grant makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter107-109Jerami Grant makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Portland Trail Blazers, below favours Denver Nuggets.
Venue
- Moda CenterPortland, OR
- Attendance16382
- OfficialsZach Zarba, Simone Jelks, Mousa Dagher
Elsewhere
- NBA offseason recap, early 2026-27 season previews by team
- Atlanta Hawks offseason recap, early 2026-27 season preview
- Tony Parker: 'Super happy' when he saw Patty Mills arrive
- 2026 NBA buzz: Latest free agency and trade updates
- NBA punishes Clippers after Kawhi investigation: Top questions
- Shelburne: 'Extremely severe punishments' on Steve Ballmer, Clippers