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Nuggets Dominate Thunder in 127-107 Victory

Oklahoma City Thunder
Oklahoma City Thunder64-17
107
Denver Nuggets
Denver Nuggets53-28
127

Friday, April 10, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Ball Arena

Denver Nuggets 127, Oklahoma City Thunder 107, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Oklahoma City Thunder vs Denver Nuggets?

Denver Nuggets beat Oklahoma City Thunder 127-107 at Ball Arena on April 10, 2026.

Who was favored in Oklahoma City Thunder vs Denver Nuggets?

Denver Nuggets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -142 (about 59% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup at Ball Arena, the Denver Nuggets defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 127-107, showcasing their dominant form at home. This victory marks a continuation of the Nuggets' impressive home record, which now stands at 10-0 over their last ten games, while they have averaged 130.6 points scored and allowed 120.9 points per game during this stretch. The Nuggets' recent performance has been characterized by a scoring onslaught, highlighted by their last five games where they averaged 131.0 points scored and allowed 119.0 points.

The Thunder, despite their strong overall record of 64-17, have faced challenges in recent matchups against the Nuggets, losing three out of four meetings in the current season. Their away performance has also been solid, with a record of 4-1 in their last five away games, averaging 130.0 points scored and allowing 102.8 points. However, the Thunder's recent form included a seven-game winning streak prior to this game, indicating they were in formidable shape leading into this contest.

In terms of head-to-head meetings, the Nuggets have struggled against the Thunder, with a record of 2-5 in their last seven encounters. The most recent matchup before this game was on March 9, 2026, where the Nuggets lost 126-129 in Oklahoma City. The previous meetings this season also saw the Nuggets fall short, including a loss at home on February 2, 2026, where they were defeated 111-121.

Injury concerns were present for both teams leading into the game. The Nuggets had Aaron Gordon and Trevon Brazile listed as day-to-day, while the Thunder had Isaiah Hartenstein, Ajay Mitchell, Otega Oweh, Thomas Sorber, and Jalen Williams all marked as day-to-day with various injuries. The absence of key players could have influenced the dynamics of the game, but both teams managed to field competitive lineups.

The betting market reflected the competitive nature of the matchup, with DraftKings listing the Nuggets as 2.5-point favorites and setting the total points line at 223.5. The odds indicated a close contest anticipated by the market, but the Nuggets' performance proved otherwise.

The game conditions at Ball Arena were favorable for the home team, contributing to the Nuggets' strong showing. The Nuggets took control early and maintained their lead throughout the game, effectively leveraging their home court advantage.

Key moments in the game included a series of scoring plays in the fourth quarter that solidified the Nuggets' lead. DaRon Holmes II made free throws, followed by a driving dunk from Branden Carlson, but the Thunder could not close the gap. Jalen Pickett's three-point shot and KJ Simpson's driving layup capped off the scoring for the Nuggets, ensuring a comfortable victory.

Overall, the Nuggets' ability to perform at home, coupled with their offensive prowess and the Thunder's struggles in their recent meetings, were pivotal in determining the outcome of this game.

Odds

BookSpreadTotalMoneyline
DraftKingsDEN -2.5 223.5 o -108 / u -112 Oklahoma City Thunder +120 · Denver Nuggets -142

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Injury report

  • Aaron GordonDay-To-DayCalfDenver Nuggets
  • Trevon BrazileDay-To-DayUndisclosedDenver Nuggets
  • Isaiah HartensteinDay-To-DayAnkleOklahoma City Thunder
  • Ajay MitchellDay-To-DayCalfOklahoma City Thunder
  • Otega OwehDay-To-DayLower LegOklahoma City Thunder
  • Thomas SorberDay-To-DayKneeOklahoma City Thunder
  • Jalen WilliamsDay-To-DayHamstringOklahoma City Thunder

Leaders

  • PointsJonas Valanciunas23Denver Nuggets
  • AssistsBruce Brown6Denver Nuggets
  • ReboundsJonas Valanciunas17Denver Nuggets
  • PointsBranden Carlson23Oklahoma City Thunder
  • AssistsNikola Topic11Oklahoma City Thunder
  • ReboundsBranden Carlson12Oklahoma City Thunder

Recent form

Denver Nuggets

Last 10: 10-0Streak W10130.6 scored · 120.9 allowed per game8-0 at home

  • W136-119vs Memphis GrizzliesApr 9
  • W137-132vs Portland Trail BlazersApr 7
  • W136-134vs San Antonio SpursApr 4
  • W130-117at Utah JazzApr 2
  • 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

Oklahoma City Thunder

Last 10: 9-1Streak W7125.6 scored · 106 allowed per game4-1 away

  • W128-110at LA ClippersApr 9
  • W123-87at Los Angeles LakersApr 8
  • W146-111vs Utah JazzApr 5
  • W139-96vs Los Angeles LakersApr 3
  • W114-110vs Detroit PistonsMar 31
  • W111-100vs New York KnicksMar 29
  • W131-113vs Chicago BullsMar 28
  • L109-119at Boston CelticsMar 25
  • W123-103at Philadelphia 76ersMar 23
  • W132-111at Washington WizardsMar 21

Standings

TeamGames behindLostStreakWin %Won
Oklahoma City-18L2.78064
Denver1028W12.65954
Minnesota1533W2.59849
Portland2240W2.51242
Utah4260L1.26822

Box score

StatOklahoma City ThunderDenver Nuggets
Field goals42-9947-93
Field goal %4251
Three-pointers14-4421-43
Three-point %3249
Free throws9-1212-13
Free throw %7592
Rebounds4649
Offensive rebounds1510
Defensive rebounds3139
Assists2528
Steals1110
Blocks17
Turnovers1316
Team turnovers01
Technical fouls00
Technical fouls, total00
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers2119
Fast-break points916
Points in the paint4640
Fouls1510
Largest lead221
Lead changes22
Time in front197

How the scoring went

  1. 3rd Quarter78-80Brooks Barnhizer makes free throw 1 of 2
  2. 3rd Quarter79-80Brooks Barnhizer makes free throw 2 of 2
  3. 3rd Quarter79-82Julian Strawther makes 12-foot driving floating jump shot (Jalen Pickett assists)
  4. 3rd Quarter79-84David Roddy makes running layup
  5. 3rd Quarter81-84Kenrich Williams makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
  6. 3rd Quarter81-87Jalen Pickett makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tim Hardaway Jr. assists)
  7. 3rd Quarter83-87Branden Carlson makes 3-foot driving dunk (Nikola Topic assists)
  8. 3rd Quarter84-87Branden Carlson makes free throw 1 of 2
  9. 3rd Quarter85-87Branden Carlson makes free throw 2 of 2
  10. 3rd Quarter85-90Zeke Nnaji makes 23-foot three point jumper (Curtis Jones assists)
  11. 4th Quarter85-92David Roddy makes 1-foot dunk (Jalen Pickett assists)
  12. 4th Quarter85-94David Roddy makes driving layup
  13. 4th Quarter85-97Curtis Jones makes 28-foot running pullup jump shot
  14. 4th Quarter85-100David Roddy makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot (Julian Strawther assists)
  15. 4th Quarter85-102Jonas Valanciunas makes 1-foot dunk
  16. 4th Quarter85-104David Roddy makes 5-foot two point shot (Curtis Jones assists)
  17. 4th Quarter88-104Brooks Barnhizer makes 25-foot running pullup jump shot
  18. 4th Quarter88-107Julian Strawther makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jalen Pickett assists)
  19. 4th Quarter90-107Kenrich Williams makes two point shot
  20. 4th Quarter90-109David Roddy makes 3-foot layup (Jonas Valanciunas assists)
  21. 4th Quarter90-111Julian Strawther makes 3-foot running dunk
  22. 4th Quarter92-111Branden Carlson makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Nikola Topic assists)
  23. 4th Quarter92-113Jonas Valanciunas makes tip shot
  24. 4th Quarter94-113Brooks Barnhizer makes 11-foot step back jumpshot
  25. 4th Quarter96-113Kenrich Williams makes running dunk (Branden Carlson assists)
  26. 4th Quarter96-114Jonas Valanciunas makes free throw 1 of 2
  27. 4th Quarter96-115Jonas Valanciunas makes free throw 2 of 2
  28. 4th Quarter98-115Branden Carlson makes dunk
  29. 4th Quarter100-115Brooks Barnhizer makes running dunk (Nikola Topic assists)
  30. 4th Quarter103-115Payton Sandfort makes 23-foot three point jumper (Branden Carlson assists)
  31. 4th Quarter103-118David Roddy makes 26-foot three point jumper (Julian Strawther assists)
  32. 4th Quarter103-119DaRon Holmes II makes free throw 1 of 2
  33. 4th Quarter103-120DaRon Holmes II makes free throw 2 of 2
  34. 4th Quarter105-120Branden Carlson makes 1-foot driving dunk (Nikola Topic assists)
  35. 4th Quarter106-120Payton Sandfort makes free throw 2 of 2
  36. 4th Quarter106-123Jalen Pickett makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
  37. 4th Quarter106-124David Roddy makes free throw 1 of 2
  38. 4th Quarter106-125David Roddy makes free throw 2 of 2
  39. 4th Quarter107-125Brooks Barnhizer makes free throw 2 of 2
  40. 4th Quarter107-127KJ Simpson makes driving layup

Win probability

Above the line favours Denver Nuggets, below favours Oklahoma City Thunder.

Venue

  • Ball ArenaDenver, CO
  • Attendance20014
  • OfficialsZach Zarba, Eric Lewis, Scott Twardoski

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