Game Details
- Tipoff is scheduled for 10:00 PM ET (7:00 PM PT / 8:00 PM MT).
- Venue: Moda Center, Portland, Oregon.
- TV/Streaming: KUNP, ALT, NBA League Pass.
This Northwest Division matchup is the second meeting of the season, with the Nuggets winning the first 109-107 on October 31, 2025. Denver enters post-All-Star break off a narrow loss, while Portland rides a hot streak with four wins in their last five, including three straight home victories. Fatigue could play a role for the Nuggets on the second night of a back-to-back, potentially making this a competitive affair despite Denver’s superior record.
Recent Team Forms
The Nuggets are 6-4 in their last 10 games, averaging 121.8 PPG while allowing 118.9 PPG for a +2.9 differential. The Trail Blazers are 7-3 over the same span, averaging 124.6 PPG and conceding 119.2 PPG for a +5.4 differential.
Denver Nuggets Last 5 Games:
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score | Key Notes |
| Feb 19, 2026 | @ LA Clippers | L | 114-115 | Close loss; Jokic 22 PTS, 17 REB; missed FT in final seconds. |
| Feb 11, 2026 | vs Memphis Grizzlies | W | 122-116 | Jokic triple-double (26 PTS, 15 REB, 11 AST); overcame 18 TO. |
| Feb 9, 2026 | vs Cleveland Cavaliers | L | 117-119 | Jokic 22 PTS, 14 REB, 11 AST; poor 3PT% (32.5%). |
| Feb 7, 2026 | @ Chicago Bulls | W | 136-120 | Jokic triple-double (22 PTS, 14 REB, 17 AST); 57.6% FG. |
| Feb 4, 2026 | @ New York Knicks | L | 127-134 (OT) | Jokic 32 PTS; 16 TO, allowed 134 PTS. |
Denver has alternated wins and losses recently, with strong offense but defensive inconsistencies (allowing 120+ in three losses).
Portland Trail Blazers Last 5 Games:
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score | Key Notes |
| Feb 12, 2026 | @ Utah Jazz | W | 135-119 | Holiday 31 PTS, 9 REB, 7 AST; Clingan 23 PTS, 18 REB; 64.6% FG. |
| Feb 11, 2026 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | L | 109-133 | Low efficiency (53.9% TS); 26 TO; outrebounded. |
| Feb 9, 2026 | vs Philadelphia 76ers | W | 135-118 | Grant 21 PTS; strong rebounding (51 total); 62.5% TS. |
| Feb 7, 2026 | vs Memphis Grizzlies | W | 122-115 | Grant 29 PTS; Clingan 19 REB; overcame 17 TO. |
| Feb 6, 2026 | vs Memphis Grizzlies | W | 135-115 | Grant 23 PTS; Clingan 17 REB; 63.3% TS. |
Portland has won four of five, with explosive offense (average 133.2 PPG in wins) and strong rebounding, but vulnerabilities in turnovers and defense.
Injury Report
Denver Nuggets:
- Peyton Watson: Out (Right Hamstring Strain) – Expected back March 9.
- Aaron Gordon: Out (Right Hamstring Strain) – Expected back February 27.
- Tamar Bates: Out (Left Foot Surgery) – Expected back April 1.
- Jalen Pickett: Questionable (Right Knee Soreness).
- Spencer Jones: Questionable.
Portland Trail Blazers:
- Damian Lillard: Out (Left Achilles Tendon Tear) – Out for season.
- Shaedon Sharpe: Out (Left Calf Strain) – Expected back February 22.
- Matisse Thybulle: Questionable (Right Knee Tendinopathy).
- Kris Murray: Questionable (Lumbar Strain).
Key
Player Matchups to Watch
- Nikola Jokic (Nuggets) vs. Donovan Clingan (Trail Blazers): Jokic (averaging 26+ PPG, 12+ REB, 9+ AST) faces Clingan’s rim protection (recent 23 PTS, 18 REB); Portland’s interior defense (ranked 18th) could be tested.
- Jamal Murray (Nuggets) vs. Scoot Henderson (Trail Blazers): Murray’s scoring (21+ PPG) vs. Henderson’s athleticism; key for Nuggets’ backcourt without full health.
- Jerami Grant (Trail Blazers) vs. Nuggets Wings (e.g., Christian Braun, with Gordon out): Grant (23+ PPG recently) could exploit Denver’s depleted frontcourt.
- Jrue Holiday (Trail Blazers) vs. Nuggets Guards: Holiday’s all-around play (31 PTS vs. UTA) faces Denver’s perimeter defense.
These matchups favor Denver’s experience but highlight Portland’s youth and home energy.
Series History
The Trail Blazers lead the all-time series 105-99 in 204 regular-season games.
In the last 20 head-to-heads, Portland is 6-14. This season, the series is 0-1 (Nuggets win):
- October 31, 2025: Nuggets 109-107 (at Portland).
Games average 216 points recently, with unders hitting in recent matchups.
Betting Trends
- Trends: Denver is 31-25 ATS overall, 17-17 ATS as 2.5+ favorites. Portland is 30-26 ATS, 18-12 ATS as 2.5+ underdogs. The over has hit in 29 of Portland’s 56 games (51.8%); under in 11 of Denver’s last 15 road games. Denver is 1-4 ATS in last 5 vs. Portland; Portland 6-3 ATS in series since 2024.
Game Odds
Denver Nuggets – 1.5
Portland Trail Blazers 241.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, February 19, 2026
