Nikola Jokic (Denver Nuggets) Under 10.5 Assists (-125)
Odds available at fanduel at time of publishingWhen the Denver Nuggets face off against the Portland Trail Blazers, keep an eye on Nikola Jokic's assist total, particularly if you're considering the under at 10.5. Despite his immense talent, recent trends suggest he may fall short of this mark. Sure, Jokic has dazzled with an average of 11.6 assists over the last five games, but at home, that number dips slightly to 10.8.Against the Blazers, he's averaged just 8.4 assists in recent encounters, and at home, that figure rises modestly to 9.4. With Portland's defense tightening against elite playmakers, it's likely Jokic will focus more on scoring, especially with his current hot streak. Given that he's only cleared this threshold in 2 of his last 3 games, betting the under feels like a savvy play in what promises to be a competitive matchup.