Jazz vs. Thunder Player Props & Predictions – Thursday, Jan 18

Oct 28, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (23) shoots against the Phoenix Suns during the first half at Footprint Center.
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Looking for Jazz vs. Thunder predictions? We have you covered as the Thunder travel to take on the Jazz on Thursday, Jan 18 at 9:00 ET. Currently, the total sits at 244.5 with the Thunder favored by 3.5 on the road. Check out our Jazz vs. Thunder player props and predictions.

Jazz vs. Thunder Odds

  • Spread: Thunder -3.5
  • Total 244.5

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Game Info

  • Date: Thursday, Jan 18
  • Time: 9:00 ET
  • Location: Delta Center, Salt Lake City UT
  • TV: KJZZ

Thunder Betting Trends

  • Over their last five games, the Thunder have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
  • Through their last five road games, Oklahoma City has an ATS record of just 1-4. However, their overall record was 2-3 while averaging 120 points per game.
  • In their last three games as the betting favorite, the Thunder have a strong straight up record of 2-1. In addition, their ATS record was 2-1 in these scenarios.

Jazz Betting Trends

  • In their last five games, the Jazz have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 4-1 vs. the spread.
  • When looking at their past three matchups at home, Utah has an ATS record of 2-1 while averaging 116 per game. The team went 2-1 overall in these games.
  • Utah has done well both straight up and vs the spread when favored to win the game, going 3-0 SU and 3-0 ATS in their last three games.

Will the Oklahoma City Defense Show Up on the Road?

In their last five games, the Thunder are 3-2 and have an overall record of 27-13. Currently, they are 2nd in the Western Conference and 2nd in the Northwest division.

On the road, the Thunder are the 5th highest scoring team in the league, averaging 119.1 points per game. Overall, they are 3rd in the league in scoring with 121.9 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage, the Thunder are 2nd in the league at 50%. When it comes to three-pointers, they rank 12th in makes and are 2nd in percentage.

When it comes to defense, the Oklahoma City Thunder have been solid this season, ranking 14th in the NBA in points allowed per game at 113.7. So far this season, opponents have scored less than their season average in 52.5% of games against the Thunder. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Oklahoma City is second in the league at 44.9%. They have also been a strong shot-blocking team, ranking second in the NBA in blocked shots per game at 6.3.

One area where the Thunder have struggled defensively this season is defending the three-point line. They are 24th in the NBA in three-pointers made allowed per game at 13.6. In terms of three-point shooting percentage allowed, Oklahoma City is 24th in the league at 36.0%. In terms of rebounds per game, they are 28th in the NBA at 41.1.

Over their last five games, the Thunder have been even better defensively, ranking 6th in points allowed per game at 107.4. During this stretch, opponents have shot just 32.8% from three-point range against Oklahoma City.

Can Utah Secure a Home Victory?

As they prepare for today’s game, the Jazz are looking to extend their six game winning streak. Overall, they have a record of 22-20. In conference play, the Jazz are 12-15 compared to a non-conference record of 10-5.

In their last game, the Jazz put up 132 points, which is higher than their season average of 116.8 PPG. Lauri Markkanen is the team’s leading scorer, averaging 24 PPG going into today’s game. Collin Sexton is also a contributor, averaging 16.9 PPG.

When it comes to points allowed per game, the Utah Jazz are 22nd in the NBA at 118.2. At home, they are giving up 115.3 points per game, which is 19th in the league. Over their last five games, they have been even better, ranking 11th at 114 points per game.

In terms of three-point shooting, opponents are making 37.6% of their threes vs. the Jazz, which is 27th in the NBA. Overall, opponents are making 14.0 threes per game vs. Utah.

One area where the Jazz have been strong is in two-point shooting, as they are 13th in the NBA at 54.3%. Over their last five games, they have been even better, ranking 1st in two-point shooting percentage allowed.

Jazz vs. Thunder Player Prop

When looking at a player prop for this game, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has a points prop of 31.5 with both the over and under paying out at -117. Our projections have Shai Gilgeous-Alexander going 11/20 from the field on his way to 32 points. Our recommended bet is take the over on his prop bet with a payout of -117.

  • The Prop: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Over 31.5 Points (-117)

Jazz vs. Thunder Predictions

We’re putting our money on the Thunder to win, and have the projected score sitting at 117-112. We also like them to cover the spread, so our recommendation is to bet on the Thunder at -3.5.

As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 244.5 and our model has the Thunder and Jazz finishing with a combined 229 points. Our pick is to take the under.

The Pick: Thunder -3.5 | at Fanduel Sportsbook