NBA Betting Preview: Jazz vs Thunder
The Utah Jazz tip off against the Oklahoma City Thunder in this NBA clash. Our betting preview features expert NBA predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and confirmed starting lineups.
Take Thunder Against the Spread
Our wager is the Thunder against the spread. Back the favorites off -21.5 at odds of -110 and be confident they can cover the line against the Jazz.
Thunder Have 9 Wins in Previous 10 H2H Clashes
Utah Jazz were beaten in their previous eight games and the latest was on the road at Toyota Center. Houston Rockets claimed a 140-106 win. Cody Williams tallied 27 points, while Ace Bailey put up 22 and Brice Sensabaugh 20.
Oklahoma City Thunder have enjoyed eleven consecutive home wins at Paycom Center. Last time out, LA Lakers were beaten 139-96. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 28 points, with Isaiah Joe adding 20 and Luguentz Dort 14.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The last head-to-head saw the Thunder claim a 129-125 (OT) win over the Jazz at Paycom Center. The Thunder have triumphed in their previous eight meetings against the Jazz. On the head-to-head front, it has been 9 wins out of 10.
Thunder
61
16
0.792
118.9
107.5
11.4
33-7
28-9
11-3
38-9
9-1
4W
Jazz
21
57
0.269
117.2
125.6
-8.4
13-27
8-30
1-14
11-37
1-9
8L
Utah Jazz – Last 10 Games
The Jazz have 1 win and 9 losses in the past 10 games. They are averaging 116.6 points, 42.5 rebounds, 29.8 assists, 8.9 steals and 4.8 blocks while shooting 47.2% from the field and 73.2% from the free-throw line. The opposition have an average of 130.6 points and 48.6 rebounds per matchup.
Ace Bailey is averaging 20.8 points and 3.2 (34.8%) 3-pointers made. Kyle Filipowski averages 7.1 rebounds and Kennedy Chandler 5.1 assists.
Oklahoma City Thunder – Last 10 Games
The Thunder have won 9 and lost 1 of their previous 10 contests. Averaging 120.9 points, 46.9 rebounds, 25.3 assists, 9.9 steals and 5.3 blocks per game while shooting 48.8% from the field and 81.1% from the free-throw line. Their opponents have an average of 105.5 points and 42.1 rebounds.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is averaging 30.5 points and 5.7 assists, while Isaiah Hartenstein has an average of 9.1 rebounds and Isaiah Joe 2.7 (44.3%) 3-pointers made.
Utah Jazz vs Oklahoma City Thunder Prediction & Picks
Dive into our full Utah Jazz vs Oklahoma City Thunder betting preview, featuring an expert match prediction, a projected scoreline, top player prop bets and a bet builder designed for value.
Game Prediction
Our pick is that Thunder will get the better of their opponents by a significant margin in this NBA contest. With this in mind, let’s go for the favorites on the spread at -21.5 which is currently available at odds of -110.
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Key Jazz vs Thunder stats:
The +21.5 line hasn’t been covered by Jazz in 3 of their last 5 games on the road.The +21.5 line hasn’t been covered by Jazz in 2 consecutive games on the road.Thunder -21.5 Probability
The top NBA sportsbooks suggest there’s a 52.4% chance of our pick landing a return. After careful examination, our cappers have this probability somewhere between 55-60%. That means we’re regarding it as a value bet.
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Player Prop Picks
Isaiah Hartenstein (Thunder) has averaged 11.75 rebounds in the past 4 home games. We think that the value can be found by wagering on Player Rebounds and you can get -128 that he goes over the line.
Latest Isaiah Hartenstein Player Prop Odds
Ace Bailey (Jazz) has had Over 4.5 rebounds in 3 straight games on the road. We’re expecting history to repeat itself and for him to cover the Player Rebounds line at +103.
Latest Ace Bailey Player Prop Odds
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Correct Score Prediction
If you want to achieve a big return from your stake, then it’s worth checking out the correct score lines. The Thunder to claim a 130-104 victory is available at huge odds.
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Utah Jazz vs Oklahoma City Thunder Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Thunder Big Favorites on the Moneyline
Oklahoma City Thunder are strong -3333 favorites to win this NBA game according to the Moneyline betting odds. The sportsbooks give them a 97% chance of claiming victory. Utah Jazz are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +1400.
22.5 is the spread and 238.5 is the total points line. A wager on the Totals allows basketball bettors to use the latest data to good effect. If you fancy Under 238.5, then the odds are -110.
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Betting Lines & Odds
Moneyline
Point Spread
Total Points
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Favorite to Score the Most Baskets
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the favorite to score most points. Odds of -115 can be found for him scoring Over 29.5 points and there is -112 for him to go Under.
Player Points
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Thunder)
Brice Sensabaugh (Jazz)
Ace Bailey (Jazz)
Jalen Williams (Thunder)
Player Assists
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Thunder)
Jalen Williams (Thunder)
Cody Williams (Jazz)
Ajay Mitchell (Thunder)
Player Rebounds
Kyle Filipowski (Jazz)
Chet Holmgren (Thunder)
Isaiah Hartenstein (Thunder)
John Konchar (Jazz)
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Can Thunder Continue Strong Home Form?
The Thunder have gone 10-0 across their last 10 home games, scoring 119.60 points per contest and conceding 108.10.
The Jazz have suffered seven consecutive road defeats. They own a 1-9 mark in their past 10 games away from home, averaging 110.80 points scored and 125.20 points allowed.
The Thunder defeated the Jazz 129-125 the last time they played at Paycom Center. Across the past 10 head-to-head meetings at Paycom Center, the Thunder have collected seven wins, with the Jazz owning three.
Oklahoma City Thunder Home Stats
10-0
227.70
119.60
108.10
3
7
Utah Jazz Away Stats
1-9
236.00
110.80
125.20
4
6
W-L = Wins-Losses
P = Avg. Points
PF = Avg. Points For
PA = Avg. Points Against
O238.5 = Games Over 238.5 Points
U238.5 = Games Under 238.5 Points
Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Utah Jazz Stats
Oklahoma City Thunder Stats
1 win and 9 defeats in the last 10 games
1 win and 9 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games
10 wins and 0 defeats in the last 10 home games
+21.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
+21.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games on the road
-21.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 games
-21.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 1 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 247.20 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 236.00 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 238.5: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games
Over 238.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 116.60 pts and allowed 130.60 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 110.80 pts and allowed 125.20 pts in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 226.40 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 227.70 pts in the previous 10 home games
Over 238.5: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games
Over 238.5 at Home: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 120.90 pts and allowed 105.50 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 119.60 pts and allowed 108.10 pts in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 32.50 (56%)
3-Pointers Made: 11.10 (33%)
Free Throws Made: 18.30 (73.2%)
Rebounds: Total 42.5, Offensive 12.00, Defensive 30.50
Assists: 29.80
Blocks: 4.80
Steals: 8.90
Turnovers : 13.70
Personal Fouls: 21.00
Last 10 Games on the Road
2-Pointers Made: 30.30 (53%)
3-Pointers Made: 10.90 (31%)
Free Throws Made: 17.50 (76.42%)
Rebounds: Total 42.8, Offensive 13.00, Defensive 29.80
Assists: 26.10
Blocks: 4.10
Steals: 10.60
Turnovers : 14.00
Personal Fouls: 19.40
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 30.60 (57%)
3-Pointers Made: 13.20 (37%)
Free Throws Made: 20.10 (81.05%)
Rebounds: Total 46.9, Offensive 11.30, Defensive 35.60
Assists: 25.30
Blocks: 5.30
Steals: 9.90
Turnovers : 11.80
Personal Fouls: 18.80
Last 10 Home Games
2-Pointers Made: 27.90 (56%)
3-Pointers Made: 14.60 (37%)
Free Throws Made: 20.00 (80.97%)
Rebounds: Total 45.1, Offensive 10.30, Defensive 34.80
Assists: 26.10
Blocks: 5.40
Steals: 9.90
Turnovers : 11.30
Personal Fouls: 19.00
Starting Lineups
Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of tip-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.
Expert Analysis by Kyrone Jones
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