Nuggets vs Wizards Prediction and NBA Tips - 18 January 2026
Last updated: Jan 17, 2026, 7:50PM | Published: Jan 17, 2026, 4:00PM
The Denver Nuggets will take on the Washington Wizards in NBA action at Ball Arena on Sunday, beginning at 1:00pm AEDT.
Led by the likes of Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordon and Peyton Watson, the Nuggets are up against a Wizards team that includes Alex Sarr, Tre Johnson and Kyshawn George.
This article features Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Nuggets vs Wizards game, along with the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Sunday's Denver vs Washington NBA game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Nuggets an 82% chance of winning against the Wizards at Ball Arena.
Nuggets vs Wizards: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Sunday's NBA game at Ball Arena are shown here:
- Head to Head: Nuggets $1.17, Wizards $5.25
- Line: Nuggets -12 ($1.91), Wizards +12 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 229.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Nuggets at $1.17 and the Wizards at $5.25.
The Nuggets are 12-point favourites against the Wizards, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Wizards (+12) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 229.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Wizards (+12) are predicted to cover the line 55% of the time, while the 229.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 52% of the time.
Nuggets vs Wizards: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Washington at $5.25 with Bet365
- Line: Wizards +12 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 229.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Nuggets vs Wizards predictions are based on market-leading modelling and gambling expertise to provide you with the best possible advice every day of the year.
While the Nuggets have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Wizards to win is our recommended option due to the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges seen on Stats Insider is pivotal to being profitable in the long run.
Nuggets vs Wizards: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Nuggets vs Wizards at Ball Arena on Sunday is the Nuggets winning 119-108.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Denver vs Washington game on Sunday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Nuggets vs Wizards prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Our model updates regularly, so keep checking this page for the latest betting predictions before the Denver vs Washington game.
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Nuggets vs Wizards: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Nuggets and Wizards at Ball Arena is scheduled to commence at 1:00pm AEDT on Sunday.
- Teams: Denver Nuggets vs Washington Wizards
- Date: Sunday 18 January 2026
- Time: 1:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Ball Arena
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Denver vs Washington predictions have been made based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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