On December 29th, the Miami Heat will take on the Denver Nuggets in an exciting NBA matchup. The Heat are currently 7th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 17 wins and 15 losses. They are coming off a two-game winning streak, including a decisive victory over the Indiana Pacers. The Nuggets, meanwhile, are firmly positioned as the 3rd seed in the Western Conference with a record of 22 wins and 9 losses. Their offense is particularly potent, leading the league in scoring with an average of 125.8 points per game and a field goal percentage of 51.3%. However, the Nuggets recently suffered a narrow defeat against the Orlando Magic, despite a stellar performance from Nikola Jokic. The Nuggets have a formidable away record, boasting a 12-4 record. Considering the overall picture, the Denver Nuggets are favoured to win. They have a clear advantage in terms of overall team strength, past encounters, and the current form of key players. Jokic has been playing at an MVP level this season. The Nuggets' offense is incredibly strong. While the Nuggets are dealing with some injuries, their core team remains intact. They also have an impressive away record. Though the Miami Heat will be playing at home, they also have significant injury concerns and have struggled against the Nuggets historically. Therefore, it will be very difficult for the Heat to win at home. The Nuggets are expected to leverage their superior strength and Jokic's individual brilliance to secure a victory on the road, extending their winning streak against the Heat. Prediction: Denver Nuggets (Spread: -2.5 points). Predicted Score Range: Denver Nuggets to win by 6-10 points.