The Bucks host the Utah Jazz on Monday, Jan 8. Today’s game is set for 8:00 ET and will be shown on BSW. Milwaukee comes into this game as 8.5-point favorites with the total set at 242. Keep reading to get our Bucks vs. Jazz predictions.
Bucks vs. Jazz Odds
- Spread: Bucks -8.5
- Total 242
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Game Info
- Date: Monday, Jan 8
- Time: 8:00 ET
- Location: Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee WI
- TV: BSW
Jazz Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Jazz have an over/under record of 1-4 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- In their last ten games away from home, the Jazz have a straight up record of 5-5 while going 6-4 vs. the spread. The team averaged 115 points per game in this stretch.
- Through their last five games as the underdog, the Jazz have an ATS record of 4-1 and a straight up mark of 3-2.
Bucks Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Bucks have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- Through their last five home contests, the Bucks offense has averaged 125 points per game while allowing an average of 121. Milwaukee posted an overall record of 3-2 while going 2-3 ATS.
- Going back to their last three games as the favorite, the Bucks have a straight up record of 1-2. But, their mark vs the spread was just 0-3.
Is an Upset Waiting to Happen on the Road?
When playing on the road, the Jazz are 6-15 compared to their 11-5 record at home. Overall, the Jazz are 17-20 and have gone 2-1 in their last three games.
In their most recent game, the Jazz scored 120 points vs. the 76ers. Overall, they shot 57.5% from the field and hit 8 three-pointers. Leading the way for the Jazz in scoring was Lauri Markkanen with 33 points. Collin Sexton also added 22 points.
So far this season, the Jazz defense has been a middle-of-the-pack unit, ranking 23rd in the NBA at 118.7 points per game allowed. On the road, they have been slightly worse, giving up 121.0 points per contest (26th).
Utah has been a solid rebounding team, ranking 3rd in the NBA in that category. They have also been a good shot-blocking team, ranking 9th in the league in that department.
Over their last five games, the Jazz have been even better on the defensive end, ranking 3rd in field goal percentage allowed (44.1%) and 4th in three-point percentage allowed (31.2%). However, they have struggled to keep opponents off the free-throw line, ranking 26th in made free throws allowed (20.6).
Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Bucks?
Coming into today’s game, the Bucks are 25-11 overall and 1-2 in their last three games. In the Eastern Conference, the Bucks are in 2nd place and are leading the Central division.
In their most recent game, the Bucks offense put up 108 points against the Rockets. They shot 46.1% from the field and hit 9 threes. Leading the team in scoring is Giannis Antetokounmpo at 31.6 PPG. Damian Lillard has also been a key contributor, averaging 25.1 PPG.
So far this season, the Bucks have been a middle-of-the-pack defensive team, allowing 119.5 points per game (24th). At home, they have given up 118.9 points per game (23rd).
One area where Milwaukee has been strong on defense is three-point shooting, as they are 6th in the NBA in three-point percentage allowed (33.1%). In terms of steals, they are 28th in the league at 6.7 per game.
Over their last five games, the Bucks have been even better at defending the three-point line, ranking 1st in three-point percentage allowed (28.3%). However, they have struggled to keep opponents off the free-throw line, giving up 21.6 made free-throws per game (27th).
Bucks vs. Jazz Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Giannis Antetokounmpo and his points prop of 35.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -125 while the under is at -105. According to our projections, Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to record 34 points, 13 rebounds, and 6 assists. Regarding his points prop, we recommend taking the under at 35.5.
- The Prop: Giannis Antetokounmpo Under 35.5 Points (-105)
Bucks vs. Jazz Predictions
Not only do we have the Bucks winning this one by a score of 117-108, but we see them covering the spread. Our pick is to grab the Bucks at -8.5.
As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 242 and our model has the Jazz and Bucks finishing with a combined 225 points. Our pick is to take the under.
The Pick: Bucks -8.5 | at Fanduel Sportsbook