Nuggets Defeat Jazz 130-117 in Solid Road Win
Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Delta Center
Denver Nuggets 130, Utah Jazz 117, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Denver Nuggets vs Utah Jazz?
Denver Nuggets beat Utah Jazz 130-117 at Delta Center on April 1, 2026.
Who was favored in Denver Nuggets vs Utah Jazz?
Denver Nuggets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1800 (about 95% implied). The favorite won.
The Denver Nuggets secured a convincing 130-117 victory against the Utah Jazz at the Delta Center, marking their dominance in this season's series, where they have now won all four meetings. The Nuggets, boasting a strong away record of 49-28, continued their impressive form with this win, extending their current winning streak to six games. In contrast, the Jazz have struggled significantly, now losing their last six games, bringing their home record to 21-56.
In this matchup, the Nuggets showcased their scoring prowess, averaging 127.0 points in their last ten games, while allowing 118.6 points. They have been particularly effective on the road, with a recent away record of 2-2, though they are 6-0 at home in their last ten games. The Jazz, on the other hand, have averaged 116.8 points scored but have allowed a troubling 127.6 points during the same stretch, indicating significant defensive issues. Their recent form highlights a stark contrast, with the Jazz's last ten games yielding a record of 1-9.
The injury report for both teams included several key players. For the Jazz, Trey Alexander and Jaren Jackson Jr. were both listed as day-to-day with rib and knee injuries, respectively. The Nuggets also had concerns, with Aaron Gordon and Trevon Brazile both day-to-day, with Gordon dealing with a calf issue and Brazile with an undisclosed injury. The impact of these injuries could be felt as the teams approached the final stretch of the season.
The betting market reflected the Nuggets' strong position heading into the game, with DraftKings setting the spread at 17.5 points in favor of Denver. The total for the game was set at 249.5, with both the over and under priced at -110. The moneyline odds further illustrated the disparity between the teams, with the Jazz at +1000 and the Nuggets heavily favored at -1800.
Conditions during the game were typical for a late-season NBA matchup, with both teams looking to solidify their standings. The Nuggets came into the game riding high on momentum, having won their previous match against the Golden State Warriors 116-93, while the Jazz were reeling from a loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, 113-122.
Throughout the game, viewers were treated to a display of offensive efficiency from the Nuggets, who maintained control and executed their plays effectively. The Jazz, despite their struggles, fought hard but ultimately could not keep pace with Denver's scoring. The final quarter saw the Nuggets extend their lead, with Aaron Gordon contributing crucial free throws to seal the game.
This matchup highlighted the ongoing challenges for the Jazz as they look to regroup and find a way to compete effectively in the coming games, while the Nuggets continue to assert their position as a formidable contender in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | DEN -17.5 | 249.5 o -110 / u -110 | Denver Nuggets -1800 · Utah Jazz +1000 |
Injury report
- Trey AlexanderDay-To-DayRibsUtah Jazz
- Jaren Jackson Jr.Day-To-DayKneeUtah Jazz
- Aaron GordonDay-To-DayCalfDenver Nuggets
- Trevon BrazileDay-To-DayUndisclosedDenver Nuggets
Leaders
- PointsBrice Sensabaugh28Utah Jazz
- AssistsCody Williams9Utah Jazz
- ReboundsKyle Filipowski12Utah Jazz
- PointsJamal Murray37Denver Nuggets
- AssistsNikola Jokic12Denver Nuggets
- ReboundsNikola Jokic17Denver Nuggets
Recent form
Utah Jazz
Last 10: 1-9Streak L6116.8 scored · 127.6 allowed per game1-4 at home
- L113-122vs Cleveland CavaliersMar 31
- L109-134at Phoenix SunsMar 29
- L129-135at Denver NuggetsMar 28
- L110-133vs Washington WizardsMar 26
- L127-143vs Toronto RaptorsMar 24
- L116-126vs Philadelphia 76ersMar 22
- W128-96vs Milwaukee BucksMar 20
- L111-147at Minnesota TimberwolvesMar 19
- L111-116at Sacramento KingsMar 16
- L114-124at Portland Trail BlazersMar 14
Denver Nuggets
Last 10: 8-2Streak W6127 scored · 118.6 allowed per game2-2 away
- W116-93vs Golden State WarriorsMar 30
- W135-129vs Utah JazzMar 28
- W142-135vs Dallas MavericksMar 26
- W125-123at Phoenix SunsMar 25
- W128-112vs Portland Trail BlazersMar 22
- W121-115vs Toronto RaptorsMar 21
- L118-125at Memphis GrizzliesMar 19
- W124-96vs Philadelphia 76ersMar 18
- L125-127at Los Angeles LakersMar 15
- W136-131at San Antonio SpursMar 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 |
Box score
| Stat | Denver Nuggets | Utah Jazz |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 44-91 | 44-95 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 16-39 | 12-37 |
| Three-point % | 41 | 32 |
| Free throws | 26-31 | 17-25 |
| Free throw % | 84 | 68 |
| Rebounds | 53 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 41 | 32 |
| Assists | 30 | 32 |
| Steals | 9 | 7 |
| Blocks | 4 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 21 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 18 | 21 |
| Points in the paint | 54 | 62 |
| Fouls | 18 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 18 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 99 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter95-83Cameron Johnson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Nikola Jokic assists)
- 3rd Quarter95-85Kennedy Chandler makes running layup (John Konchar assists)
- 3rd Quarter95-87Kennedy Chandler makes layup
- 3rd Quarter95-88Kyle Filipowski makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter97-88Nikola Jokic makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot (Cameron Johnson assists)
- 3rd Quarter97-90Bez Mbeng makes running layup (Ace Bailey assists)
- 4th Quarter99-90Jonas Valanciunas makes 4-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter99-93Brice Sensabaugh makes 25-foot three point jumper (Bez Mbeng assists)
- 4th Quarter99-94Kennedy Chandler makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter99-95Kennedy Chandler makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter101-95Christian Braun makes driving layup (Cameron Johnson assists)
- 4th Quarter101-97Brice Sensabaugh makes 6-foot driving floating jump shot (John Konchar assists)
- 4th Quarter103-97Jamal Murray makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter105-97Christian Braun makes 3-foot dunk
- 4th Quarter106-97Jonas Valanciunas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter107-97Jonas Valanciunas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter107-99Bez Mbeng makes 2-foot reverse layup (Kennedy Chandler assists)
- 4th Quarter110-99Jamal Murray makes 25-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter112-99Bruce Brown makes running layup (Jamal Murray assists)
- 4th Quarter113-99Jonas Valanciunas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter114-99Jonas Valanciunas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter116-99Jonas Valanciunas makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter116-101Cody Williams makes 12-foot pullup jump shot (John Konchar assists)
- 4th Quarter116-103Bez Mbeng makes running layup
- 4th Quarter116-106Kyle Filipowski makes 23-foot three point jumper (Bez Mbeng assists)
- 4th Quarter116-108Kyle Filipowski makes two point shot (Cody Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter118-108Christian Braun makes 2-foot layup (Nikola Jokic assists)
- 4th Quarter119-108Christian Braun makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter120-108Nikola Jokic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter123-108Jamal Murray makes 26-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter126-108Jamal Murray makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nikola Jokic assists)
- 4th Quarter126-110Kennedy Chandler makes 2-foot two point shot (Brice Sensabaugh assists)
- 4th Quarter127-110Aaron Gordon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter128-110Aaron Gordon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter128-111Kennedy Chandler makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter128-112John Konchar makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter128-113Bez Mbeng makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter130-113David Roddy makes 5-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter130-115Kennedy Chandler makes 8-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter130-117Kennedy Chandler makes running layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Utah Jazz, below favours Denver Nuggets.
Venue
- Delta CenterSalt Lake City, UT
- OfficialsCourtney Kirkland, Sean Corbin, Pat O'Connell
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