Charlotte Hornets vs Denver Nuggets Betting Trends

The upcoming NBA matchup on January 18, 2026, between the Charlotte Hornets and Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena in Denver, CO, promises an exciting contest packed with compelling betting trends and game insights. The Denver Nuggets boast a strong home record with 29-13 straight-up and a 25-17 ATS record overall, reflecting their dominance this season. The Hornets, while holding a 15-27 straight-up record and 24-17 ATS, have shown resilience as an away team with an 8-15 record and 13-10 ATS on the road.

Denver averages 122.5 points per game with a solid 50.2% field goal percentage and an impressive 40.3% from beyond the arc, while allowing 100.1 points per game. Charlotte scores 116.6 points per game, shooting 46.1% overall and 37.3% from three-point range, but they concede 116.9 points per game, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. The Nuggets' offensive efficiency (122.3) outpaces the Hornets' (115.2), making for a potentially high-scoring encounter.

Starting lineups will be crucial, with Denver likely fielding key players such as Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, who have been instrumental in their recent wins. Charlotte's lineup includes LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges, both impactful despite minor injury concerns that appear manageable. The point spread is expected to favor Denver by approximately 7.5 points with an over/under around 230 points, underscoring the offensive firepower on both sides.

These betting trends, combined with recent performance metrics and injury updates, provide valuable insights for bettors. The Hornets have struggled defensively against strong offenses like Denver’s, making the Nuggets a compelling pick against the spread. Bettors should consider these factors when placing wagers, and can find the best odds available today for Denver at SugarHouse and for Charlotte at SugarHouse. Don't miss the detailed analysis and odds by visiting our NBA standings page and reviewing the last matchup where Denver edged Charlotte 115-106 on December 7, 2025, in Charlotte, which can be found at December 7th, 2025, Denver vs Charlotte game.