The Phoenix Suns and Denver Nuggets meet in what should be an offensive shootout. BetOnline.com has the Denver Nuggets -5 point home favorites against the Phoenix Suns with an over/under set at 230.5 points.  The Suns are struggling as they try to integrate Shaquille O'Neal into their squad.

Allowing 119 points at home in a loss to Philadelphia is not a good look for a team who thought their big trade would make them instant challengers for the title. The loss of Shawn Marion is magnified with each game as he was the Suns' best defensive player, and he covered for the mistakes of Amare Stoudamire and Steve Nash on that end of the floor.

The Nuggets were one of the few West teams not to make any moves, with a trade for Sacramento's Ron Artest reportedly falling through in the eleventh hour. The Nuggets could have used Artest greatly, as they do not have anyone who can play shut-down defense on the perimeter, so they depend on Marcus Camby to block or alter shots in the post.

The Suns have taken four of their last five against the Nuggets, including a 137-115 romp at home on January 7th. The Nuggets should gain some revenge for that loss on Wednesday, as Allen Iverson will look to have a big game against Nash. Get your free NBA Pick in Now!

Phoenix Suns at Denver Nuggets – 9:00 PM ET

Free NBA Pick: Denver Nuggets

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