Nuggets Dominate Jazz in Convincing Win at Home
Monday, December 22, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · Ball Arena
Denver Nuggets 135, Utah Jazz 112, 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 Utah Jazz vs Denver Nuggets?
Denver Nuggets beat Utah Jazz 135-112 at Ball Arena on December 22, 2025.
Who was favored in Utah Jazz vs Denver Nuggets?
Denver Nuggets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -675 (about 87% implied). The favorite won.
The Denver Nuggets showcased their dominance at Ball Arena, defeating the Utah Jazz 135-112. This victory extends Denver's lead in the series to 2-0 against Utah this season, having previously won their earlier meeting on March 29, 2025, by a score of 129-93. The Nuggets now hold a 4-0 record against the Jazz in their last four encounters, indicating a strong trend in their favor.
Denver entered the game with a home record of 21-7 and a recent form of 7-3 over their last ten games, although they were on a one-game losing streak after falling to the Houston Rockets 115-101 just three days prior. The Nuggets have averaged 126.2 points scored while allowing 120.1 points during this stretch. Their home performance has been solid, with an average of 121.2 points scored and 113.2 points allowed in their last five games.
In contrast, the Utah Jazz, with an away record of 10-18, have struggled recently, showing a 5-5 record over their last ten games but currently on a two-game losing streak. Their average scoring during this period has been 123.0 points, while they have allowed 129.0 points per game. The Jazz's recent losses included a narrow defeat to the Orlando Magic, 128-127, and a 143-135 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers.
In terms of injuries, both teams faced challenges. The Nuggets had Aaron Gordon and Trevon Brazile listed as day-to-day, while the Jazz were dealing with Trey Alexander and Jaren Jackson Jr. also classified as day-to-day. The status of these players could have influenced the dynamics of the game.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, favored the Nuggets significantly, with a spread of -12.5 and a moneyline of -675. The total for the game was set at 251.5, with the over at -115 and the under at -105. This indicates a strong expectation for a high-scoring affair, which was validated by the final score.
Conditions at Ball Arena were conducive to a high-paced game, and the Nuggets capitalized on their home court advantage. The scoring plays in the fourth quarter highlighted the Nuggets' offensive prowess, with Jalen Pickett contributing a 25-foot three-point step back jump shot to seal the game at 135-112. Other notable plays included Bruce Brown's dunk and Lauri Markkanen's tip shot, showcasing the competitive spirit of both teams even as the game neared its conclusion.
Overall, the Nuggets' ability to maintain their scoring average and leverage their home court advantage was key to their victory, while the Jazz will need to regroup and address their defensive shortcomings as they continue their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | DEN -12.5 | 251.5 o -115 / u -105 | Utah Jazz +490 · Denver Nuggets -675 |
Injury report
- Aaron GordonDay-To-DayCalfDenver Nuggets
- Trevon BrazileDay-To-DayUndisclosedDenver Nuggets
- Trey AlexanderDay-To-DayRibsUtah Jazz
- Jaren Jackson Jr.Day-To-DayKneeUtah Jazz
Leaders
- PointsJamal Murray27Denver Nuggets
- AssistsNikola Jokic13Denver Nuggets
- ReboundsNikola Jokic13Denver Nuggets
- PointsLauri Markkanen27Utah Jazz
- AssistsIsaiah Collier9Utah Jazz
- ReboundsJusuf Nurkic14Utah Jazz
Recent form
Denver Nuggets
Last 10: 7-3Streak L1126.2 scored · 120.1 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L101-115vs Houston RocketsDec 20
- W126-115vs Orlando MagicDec 19
- W128-125vs Houston RocketsDec 16
- W136-105at Sacramento KingsDec 12
- W115-106at Charlotte HornetsDec 7
- W134-133at Atlanta HawksDec 6
- W135-120at Indiana PacersDec 4
- L121-131vs Dallas MavericksDec 2
- W130-112at Phoenix SunsNov 30
- L136-139vs San Antonio SpursNov 29
Utah Jazz
Last 10: 5-5Streak L2123 scored · 129 allowed per game2-1 away
- L127-128vs Orlando MagicDec 21
- L135-143vs Los Angeles LakersDec 19
- W140-133vs Dallas MavericksDec 16
- W130-126at Memphis GrizzliesDec 13
- L101-131vs Oklahoma City ThunderDec 8
- L112-146at New York KnicksDec 6
- W123-110at Brooklyn NetsDec 5
- W133-125vs Houston RocketsDec 2
- L101-129vs Houston RocketsNov 30
- W128-119vs Sacramento KingsNov 29
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 | Utah Jazz | Denver Nuggets |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 41-96 | 46-92 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 14-41 | 24-47 |
| Three-point % | 34 | 51 |
| Free throws | 16-19 | 19-25 |
| Free throw % | 84 | 76 |
| Rebounds | 49 | 51 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 38 | 42 |
| Assists | 30 | 37 |
| Steals | 5 | 8 |
| Blocks | 1 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 37 |
| Points in the paint | 46 | 40 |
| Fouls | 19 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 29 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter73-96Kyle Filipowski makes running layup (Isaiah Collier assists)
- 3rd Quarter76-96Keyonte George makes 25-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Collier assists)
- 3rd Quarter79-96Kyle Filipowski makes 22-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Collier assists)
- 3rd Quarter79-98Bruce Brown makes 1-foot two point shot (Nikola Jokic assists)
- 3rd Quarter79-101Tim Hardaway Jr. makes 27-foot running jump shot (Bruce Brown assists)
- 3rd Quarter79-103Bruce Brown makes layup (Nikola Jokic assists)
- 3rd Quarter81-103Brice Sensabaugh makes 2-foot two point shot (Keyonte George assists)
- 3rd Quarter82-103Brice Sensabaugh makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter84-103Brice Sensabaugh makes running dunk (Isaiah Collier assists)
- 4th Quarter84-105Jonas Valanciunas makes 10-foot jumper (Cameron Johnson assists)
- 4th Quarter85-105Brice Sensabaugh makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter86-105Brice Sensabaugh makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter88-105Jusuf Nurkic makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter88-108Tim Hardaway Jr. makes 26-foot three pointer (Cameron Johnson assists)
- 4th Quarter88-111Tim Hardaway Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jalen Pickett assists)
- 4th Quarter88-114Tim Hardaway Jr. makes 26-foot running jump shot (Jalen Pickett assists)
- 4th Quarter89-114Keyonte George makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter90-114Keyonte George makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter90-115Tim Hardaway Jr. makes free throw 1 of 3
- 4th Quarter90-116Tim Hardaway Jr. makes free throw 2 of 3
- 4th Quarter90-117Tim Hardaway Jr. makes free throw 3 of 3
- 4th Quarter90-118Cameron Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter90-119Cameron Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter92-119Lauri Markkanen makes 5-foot turnaround jump shot (Jusuf Nurkic assists)
- 4th Quarter92-121Bruce Brown makes 1-foot layup (Tim Hardaway Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter95-121Lauri Markkanen makes 25-foot three pointer (Jusuf Nurkic assists)
- 4th Quarter98-121Jusuf Nurkic makes 26-foot three point jumper (Walter Clayton Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter98-124Bruce Brown makes 25-foot three point jumper (Julian Strawther assists)
- 4th Quarter100-124Jusuf Nurkic makes 8-foot floating jump shot (Walter Clayton Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter103-124Jusuf Nurkic makes 25-foot three point jumper (Keyonte George assists)
- 4th Quarter103-126Jonas Valanciunas makes 8-foot floating jump shot (Jalen Pickett assists)
- 4th Quarter106-126Walter Clayton Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Keyonte George assists)
- 4th Quarter106-128Jonas Valanciunas makes 1-foot layup (Tim Hardaway Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter108-128Lauri Markkanen makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter108-129Jonas Valanciunas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter108-130Jonas Valanciunas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter110-130Ace Bailey makes 18-foot pullup jump shot (Walter Clayton Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter110-132Bruce Brown makes 1-foot dunk (Jalen Pickett assists)
- 4th Quarter112-132Taylor Hendricks makes running layup (Kyle Filipowski assists)
- 4th Quarter112-135Jalen Pickett makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
Win probability
Above the line favours Denver Nuggets, below favours Utah Jazz.
Venue
- Ball ArenaDenver, CO
- Attendance19887
- OfficialsCurtis Blair, Jenna Schroeder, Ashley Moyer-Gleich
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