Lakers vs. Nuggets prediction, odds: 2023 NBA Western Conference finals picks, Game 1 bets by proven model

The Denver Nuggets take on the Los Angeles Lakers as the 2023 NBA Western Conference finals begin on Tuesday. Game 1 is hosted at Ball Arena in Denver, with the Nuggets earning home-court advantage as the No. 1 seed. The Nuggets toppled the Phoenix Suns in six games to advance to the final four of the 2023 NBA playoffs. The Lakers advanced with series victories over the Memphis Grizzlies and Golden State Warriors. Tipoff is at 8:30 p.m. ET in Denver. Caesars Sportsbook lists Denver as the 5.5-point home favorite, while the over/under, or total number of points Vegas thinks…