The Denver Nuggets are set to face the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 2 of their Western Conference playoff series on Wednesday. The Nuggets prevailed in a close Game 1, winning 121-119 thanks to an impressive fourth-quarter rally capped by a last-second 3-pointer from Aaron Gordon. Game 2 will kick off at 9:30 p.m. ET at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, where the Thunder are currently favored by 10.5 points amid an over/under of 229.5 points.

Key insights from expert Jimmie Kaylor:

• Denver Nuggets +10.5: Given the intensity of Game 1, an inspired performance from the Thunder is unlikely to cover the large spread. The Nuggets are led by Nikola Jokic, and the Thunder may struggle defensively.

• Jamal Murray Over 20 Points: Murray typically rebounds strongly from poor games. After scoring 21 points in Game 1, he has high potential to exceed this number if his long-range shots improve.

• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Over 2 Three-Pointers: With 33 points and a solid performance in Game 1, SGA’s shooting abilities suggest he could quickly reach this mark.

• Total Points Over 229.5: Despite both teams having average defensive records, they combined for 240 points in Game 1, hinting at another high-scoring affair.

• Nikola Jokic Over 30 Points: The three-time MVP’s past performances indicate he will be a central figure in the contest, and his size may prove problematic for the Thunder’s frontcourt.

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