NBA · Final

Nuggets Dominate Trail Blazers in Lopsided Victory

157

103

Friday, February 20, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Moda Center

Denver Nuggets 157, Portland Trail Blazers 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 Denver Nuggets vs Portland Trail Blazers?

Denver Nuggets beat Portland Trail Blazers 157-103 at Moda Center on February 20, 2026.

Who was favored in Denver Nuggets vs Portland Trail Blazers?

Denver Nuggets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -122 (about 55% implied). The favorite won.

The Denver Nuggets delivered a commanding performance against the Portland Trail Blazers, winning decisively with a final score of 157 to 103. This game, held at the Moda Center, showcased the Nuggets' offensive prowess, as they effectively outscored the Trail Blazers throughout the match. With this victory, the Nuggets improved their record to 37-21, while the Trail Blazers fell to 27-31.

Both teams entered the game with contrasting recent forms. The Trail Blazers, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, had shown signs of struggle, averaging 117.4 points scored while allowing 120.4 points. They had a recent win against the Utah Jazz but were also coming off a loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Nuggets, on the other hand, had a similar record of 4-6 in their last ten games but had recently lost to the LA Clippers, which snapped a streak of two wins prior to that.

At home, the Trail Blazers had a record of 3-2 in their last five games, averaging 127.2 points scored and 120.0 points allowed. Conversely, the Nuggets had an away record of 1-3 in their last five games, averaging 123.2 points scored and 120.8 points allowed. This game was particularly significant as it tied the season series between the two teams at 1-1, following a previous meeting where the Trail Blazers had edged out the Nuggets.

In terms of injuries, the Trail Blazers were missing Shaedon Sharpe due to a knee issue, while both Damian Lillard and Ja Morant were listed as day-to-day with their respective injuries. For the Nuggets, Aaron Gordon and Trevon Brazile were also day-to-day, which added an element of uncertainty to their lineup.

The betting market reflected the competitive nature of the matchup with DraftKings listing the Nuggets as 1.5-point favorites. The total points for the game were set at 241.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring affair. The odds for the over and under were both listed at -110, suggesting a balanced view from the bookmakers.

The conditions during the game were conducive to scoring, and viewers were treated to a showcase of offensive talent. Notable scoring plays included a series of three-pointers and dunks from the Nuggets, particularly from DaRon Holmes II, who was instrumental in extending the lead in the fourth quarter. The Trail Blazers struggled to keep pace, and despite some efforts to chip away at the deficit, they were unable to mount a significant comeback.

Overall, this game highlighted the Nuggets' ability to dominate offensively and the challenges the Trail Blazers face as they navigate injuries and inconsistent performances.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	DEN -1.5	241.5 o -110 / u -110	Denver Nuggets -122 · Portland Trail Blazers +102

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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

PointsJrue Holiday19Portland Trail Blazers
AssistsDeni Avdija13Portland Trail Blazers
ReboundsDonovan Clingan9Portland Trail Blazers
PointsNikola Jokic32Denver Nuggets
AssistsNikola Jokic7Denver Nuggets
ReboundsSpencer Jones10Denver Nuggets

Recent form

Portland Trail Blazers

Last 10: 4-6Streak W1117.4 scored · 120.4 allowed per game3-2 at home

W135-119at Utah JazzFeb 13
L109-133at Minnesota TimberwolvesFeb 12
W135-118vs Philadelphia 76ersFeb 10
W122-115vs Memphis GrizzliesFeb 8
W135-115vs Memphis GrizzliesFeb 7
L125-130vs Phoenix SunsFeb 4
L111-130vs Cleveland CavaliersFeb 2
L97-127at New York KnicksJan 31
L111-115at Washington WizardsJan 28
L94-102at Boston CelticsJan 27

Denver Nuggets

Last 10: 4-6Streak L1118.4 scored · 117 allowed per game1-3 away

L114-115at LA ClippersFeb 20
W122-116vs Memphis GrizzliesFeb 12
L117-119vs Cleveland CavaliersFeb 10
W136-120at Chicago BullsFeb 8
L127-134at New York KnicksFeb 5
L121-124at Detroit PistonsFeb 4
L111-121vs Oklahoma City ThunderFeb 2
W122-109vs LA ClippersJan 31
W107-103vs Brooklyn NetsJan 30
L107-109vs Detroit PistonsJan 28

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	55-96	35-86
Field goal %	57	41
Three-pointers	21-41	15-47
Three-point %	51	32
Free throws	26-32	18-29
Free throw %	81	62
Rebounds	60	36
Offensive rebounds	13	8
Defensive rebounds	47	28
Assists	41	25
Steals	12	8
Blocks	3	5
Turnovers	15	18
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	12	29
Fast-break points	18	10
Points in the paint	54	28
Fouls	22	20
Largest lead	55	8
Lead changes	2	2
Time in front	94	5

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter116-76Scoot Henderson makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter119-76Cameron Johnson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tim Hardaway Jr. assists)
3rd Quarter119-77Jrue Holiday makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter119-78Jrue Holiday makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter120-78Cameron Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter121-78Cameron Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter121-81Jrue Holiday makes 23-foot three point step back jumpshot
3rd Quarter123-81Tim Hardaway Jr. makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
3rd Quarter123-83Vit Krejci makes driving layup (Jrue Holiday assists)
3rd Quarter123-84Jrue Holiday makes free throw 1 of 1
3rd Quarter124-84Cameron Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter125-84Cameron Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter125-85Deni Avdija makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter125-88Vit Krejci makes 26-foot three point jumper (Matisse Thybulle assists)
4th Quarter125-89Vit Krejci makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter127-89Jonas Valanciunas makes 3-foot layup (Cameron Johnson assists)
4th Quarter129-89Jonas Valanciunas makes 1-foot jump bank shot (Tim Hardaway Jr. assists)
4th Quarter131-89Bruce Brown makes driving layup (Tim Hardaway Jr. assists)
4th Quarter134-89Tim Hardaway Jr. makes 26-foot three pointer
4th Quarter134-92Matisse Thybulle makes 23-foot three point jumper (Sidy Cissoko assists)
4th Quarter134-94Blake Wesley makes running layup
4th Quarter136-94Julian Strawther makes 13-foot driving floating jump shot (Jonas Valanciunas assists)
4th Quarter136-95Blake Wesley makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter136-96Blake Wesley makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter136-97Kris Murray makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter138-97Zeke Nnaji makes driving layup (DaRon Holmes II assists)
4th Quarter140-97Julian Strawther makes 12-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter140-98Matisse Thybulle makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter140-99Matisse Thybulle makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter142-99DaRon Holmes II makes 7-foot two point shot (KJ Simpson assists)
4th Quarter144-99KJ Simpson makes two point shot
4th Quarter146-99Spencer Jones makes two point shot
4th Quarter148-99DaRon Holmes II makes 1-foot driving dunk (KJ Simpson assists)
4th Quarter151-99Spencer Jones makes 23-foot three point jumper (KJ Simpson assists)
4th Quarter151-101Yang Hansen makes 8-foot two point shot (Blake Wesley assists)
4th Quarter154-101DaRon Holmes II makes 26-foot three point jumper (KJ Simpson assists)
4th Quarter156-101DaRon Holmes II makes 2-foot running dunk (Zeke Nnaji assists)
4th Quarter156-102Yang Hansen makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter156-103Yang Hansen makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter157-103KJ Simpson makes free throw 2 of 2