NBA · Final

Nuggets Edge Wizards in Close Contest at Ball Arena

Washington Wizards10-31

115

Denver Nuggets29-13

121

Saturday, January 17, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Ball Arena

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Quick answers

Who won Washington Wizards vs Denver Nuggets?

Denver Nuggets beat Washington Wizards 121-115 at Ball Arena on January 17, 2026.

Who was favored in Washington Wizards vs Denver Nuggets?

Denver Nuggets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -485 (about 83% implied). The favorite won.

The Denver Nuggets secured a hard-fought victory against the Washington Wizards, finishing the game with a score of 121-115. This matchup, held at Ball Arena, marked the second meeting between the teams in the current season, with Denver now leading the series 2-0. The Nuggets have demonstrated their strength at home, boasting a record of 29-13, while the Wizards continue to struggle with a 10-31 record.

In their recent form, the Nuggets have shown resilience, winning six of their last ten games, and currently riding a three-game winning streak. They averaged 112.6 points scored and allowed 116.3 points during this stretch. Their last five games reflect a solid performance, with an average of 109.8 points scored and 109.8 points allowed. The Wizards, on the other hand, have faced significant challenges, losing their last five games and holding a record of 3-7 in their last ten outings. They averaged 109.9 points scored but allowed a concerning 119.8 points during this same period.

At home, the Nuggets have a record of 1-1 in their last two games, while the Wizards have struggled on the road with a 1-4 record in their last five away games. The injury report for the Nuggets includes Aaron Gordon and Trevon Brazile, both listed as day-to-day, while the Wizards have Jamir Watkins out due to a knee injury and Alex Sarr, Anthony Davis, and Trae Young all listed as day-to-day with various injuries.

The betting market reflects the Nuggets' strong position, with DraftKings setting the spread at -10.5 in favor of Denver. The total for the game was set at 227.5, with over odds at -108.0 and under odds at -112.0. The moneyline shows the Nuggets at -485.0 and the Wizards at 370.0, indicating a strong belief in a Denver victory.

As the game progressed, key moments defined the outcome. Jamal Murray made crucial free throws late in the fourth quarter, extending the Nuggets' lead. The Wizards fought back with a three-pointer from Kyshawn George, but it wasn't enough to close the gap. Denver's ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities in the final moments proved decisive.

Overall, this matchup highlighted the Nuggets' home advantage and their ability to perform under pressure, while the Wizards continue to seek answers as they navigate a challenging season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	DEN -10.5	227.5 o -108 / u -112	Washington Wizards +370 · Denver Nuggets -485

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Injury report

Aaron GordonDay-To-DayCalfDenver Nuggets
Trevon BrazileDay-To-DayUndisclosedDenver Nuggets
Jamir WatkinsOutKneeWashington Wizards
Alex SarrDay-To-DayFootWashington Wizards
Anthony DavisDay-To-DayFingerWashington Wizards
Trae YoungDay-To-DayQuadricepsWashington Wizards

Leaders

PointsJamal Murray42Denver Nuggets
AssistsAaron Gordon11Denver Nuggets
ReboundsAaron Gordon10Denver Nuggets
PointsKyshawn George29Washington Wizards
AssistsKyshawn George7Washington Wizards
ReboundsJustin Champagnie9Washington Wizards

Recent form

Denver Nuggets

Last 10: 6-4Streak W3112.6 scored · 116.3 allowed per game1-1 at home

W118-109at Dallas MavericksJan 15
W122-116at New Orleans PelicansJan 14
W108-104vs Milwaukee BucksJan 12
L87-110vs Atlanta HawksJan 10
W114-110at Boston CelticsJan 8
W125-124at Philadelphia 76ersJan 6
L115-127at Brooklyn NetsJan 4
L108-113at Cleveland CavaliersJan 3
W106-103at Toronto RaptorsJan 1
L123-147at Miami HeatDec 30

Washington Wizards

Last 10: 3-7Streak L5109.9 scored · 119.8 allowed per game1-4 away

L115-128at Sacramento KingsJan 17
L105-119at LA ClippersJan 15
L93-112at Phoenix SunsJan 12
L107-128vs New Orleans PelicansJan 10
L110-131at Philadelphia 76ersJan 8
W120-112vs Orlando MagicJan 7
L115-141vs Minnesota TimberwolvesJan 4
W119-99vs Brooklyn NetsJan 3
W114-113at Milwaukee BucksJan 1
L101-115vs Phoenix SunsDec 30

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Atlanta	-	36	L1	.561	46
Orlando	1	37	L1	.549	45
Charlotte	2	38	W1	.537	44
Miami	3	39	W2	.524	43
Washington	29	65	L10	.207	17
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	Washington Wizards	Denver Nuggets
Field goals	44-96	45-85
Field goal %	46	53
Three-pointers	11-30	14-35
Three-point %	37	40
Free throws	16-29	17-23
Free throw %	55	74
Rebounds	48	38
Offensive rebounds	17	4
Defensive rebounds	31	34
Assists	20	31
Steals	9	7
Blocks	4	4
Turnovers	11	12
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	1	0
Technical fouls, total	1	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	8	23
Fast-break points	10	10
Points in the paint	66	50
Fouls	17	21
Largest lead	8	12
Lead changes	6	6
Time in front	40	54

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter86-80Zeke Nnaji makes driving layup (Jalen Pickett assists)
3rd Quarter86-83Tim Hardaway Jr. makes 28-foot three point jumper (Jalen Pickett assists)
4th Quarter86-84Tim Hardaway Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter86-85Tim Hardaway Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter87-83Kyshawn George makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter88-83Kyshawn George makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter89-83Marvin Bagley III makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter89-86Jamal Murray makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter89-87Jamal Murray makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter91-87Marvin Bagley III makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Kyshawn George assists)
4th Quarter91-89Bruce Brown makes 14-foot driving floating jump shot (Jamal Murray assists)
4th Quarter93-89Justin Champagnie makes 1-foot layup (Kyshawn George assists)
4th Quarter96-89Kyshawn George makes 28-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter96-92Tim Hardaway Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jamal Murray assists)
4th Quarter96-95Tim Hardaway Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Aaron Gordon assists)
4th Quarter98-95Tre Johnson makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Justin Champagnie assists)
4th Quarter98-97Jamal Murray makes 11-foot driving floating jump shot (Aaron Gordon assists)
4th Quarter100-97Khris Middleton makes tip shot
4th Quarter101-97Khris Middleton makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter102-97Alex Sarr makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter102-99Jamal Murray makes 21-foot two point shot
4th Quarter102-101Tim Hardaway Jr. makes running layup (Bruce Brown assists)
4th Quarter102-102Tim Hardaway Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter102-105Jamal Murray makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter103-105Tre Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter105-105Kyshawn George makes two point shot
4th Quarter105-107Tim Hardaway Jr. makes 1-foot driving dunk (Aaron Gordon assists)
4th Quarter106-107Kyshawn George makes free throw 2 of 3
4th Quarter107-107Kyshawn George makes free throw 3 of 3
4th Quarter107-110Aaron Gordon makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jamal Murray assists)
4th Quarter110-110Khris Middleton makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tre Johnson assists)
4th Quarter110-113Jamal Murray makes 25-foot three pointer
4th Quarter110-115Jamal Murray makes 19-foot fade away jump shot
4th Quarter110-116Jamal Murray makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter110-117Jamal Murray makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter112-117Kyshawn George makes driving layup
4th Quarter112-119Aaron Gordon makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Bruce Brown assists)
4th Quarter112-120Tim Hardaway Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter112-121Tim Hardaway Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter115-121Kyshawn George makes 27-foot three pointer