LA Clippers vs Denver Nuggets Player Prop Picks 4/21/25 NBA Picks

The Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Clippers are set to clash in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series on Monday, April 21, 2025, at Ball Arena in Denver. Tip-off is scheduled for 10:00 p.m. ET, with national coverage on TNT.

In Game 1, the Nuggets secured a narrow 112–110 overtime victory, taking a 1–0 lead in the series. The game was highlighted by clutch performances from both teams, with Russell Westbrook delivering key plays against his former team. For Game 2, oddsmakers have the Clippers as slight 1-point favorites, with an over/under set at 218 points. Despite the loss, the Clippers’ performance in Game 1 suggests a closely contested series ahead.

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James Harden Over 9.5 Assists

James Harden is averaging 8.7 assists per game, totaling 687 assists for the season, which ranks him fifth in the league. In addition to his playmaking, Harden contributes 22.8 points and 5.8 rebounds per game, while playing an average of 35.3 minutes per contest. ​He finished the regular season recording 10+ assists in the Clippers final 5 games. He has a favorable matchup in this game going against Denver who’s giving up 29 assists per game to opposing teams which is the 2nd most in the league. 

Ivica Zubac Over 16.5 Points

Zubac is averaging 16.8 points per game, marking a significant increase from his 11.7 points per game in the previous season. Zubac showcased exceptional efficiency, shooting 62.8% from the field, which ranks among the top in the league. He also contributed 12.6 rebounds and 2.7 assists per game, underscoring his all-around impact on the court. He finished off the regular season scoring 17+ points in his last 5 games. Zubac’s scoring numbers have gradually increased as the season has gone on. I’m surprised that oddsmakers haven’t made adjustments to his line based on how well he’s been scoring the ball lately. 

Aaron Gordon Over 15.5 Points 

Aaron Gordon is averaging 14.7 points per game, with a field goal percentage of 53.1% and a three-point percentage of 43.6%. In addition to his scoring, Gordon contributes 4.8 rebounds and 3.2 assists per game, while playing an average of 28.4 minutes per contest. ​Gordon finished the season off in a strong way, scoring 18+ points in Denver’s last 3 games. Nikola Jokic will garner a lot of attention from this Clippers defense which will ultimately open things up for Gordon. 

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