The Jazz are gearing up for a showdown against the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday, Jan 17. Today’s game is scheduled to start at 9:00 ET and will be broadcast on NBCS. Utah comes into this matchup as 3.5-point favorites, with the over/under set at 243. Will the Jazz manage to secure a win as the favorite? Below, you’ll find our Jazz vs. Warriors player props and predictions.
Jazz vs. Warriors Odds
- Spread: Jazz -3.5
- Total 243
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Game Info
- Date: Wednesday, Jan 17
- Time: 9:00 ET
- Location: Delta Center, Salt Lake City UT
- TV: NBCS
Warriors Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Warriors have an over/under record of 4-1 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- In their last three road games, Golden State has averaged 121 points per game while allowing 125. The team’s record in this stretch was 1-2 while going 2-1.
- In their last ten games as the betting underdog, the Warriors have a straight up record of 2-8 and an ATS mark of 8-2.
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.
- The Jazz are 4-1 ATS in their last home games and 3-2 straight-up.
- Through their last five games as the favorite, the Jazz have an ATS record of 4-1 and a straight up mark of 5-0.
Will the Warriors Exceed Expectations on the Road?
Currently, the Warriors are 18-22 and are looking to get a win against the Jazz. In the Western Conference, they are in 12th place and are 5th in the Pacific division.
In their most recent game, the Warriors put up 107 points against the Grizzlies. They shot 48.9% from the field and attempted 31 three-pointers. On the season, the Warriors are 22nd in the league with a 46% field goal percentage. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are 15th in percentage and 4th in made threes.
So far this season, the Golden State Warriors are giving up an average of 118.2 points per game, which is 23rd in the NBA. In their last five games, they have been even worse, allowing 130 points per contest, which is 30th in the league during that stretch. Over the course of the season, opponents have made 47.5% of their three-point attempts vs. the Warriors, which is 13th in the NBA.
Overall, opposing teams have scored more than their season average in 65% of their games vs. Golden State. In terms of steals, the Warriors are 26th in the league at 6.5 per game.
One area where Golden State has been solid this season is on the glass, as they are 4th in the NBA in rebounds per game. However, they are just 28th in blocked shots per contest.
Will the Utah Defense Show Up at Home?
With their overall record at 22-20, the Jazz are currently 9th in the Western Conference and are in 4th place in the Northwest division. They have won their last six games.
When looking at the Jazz offense, they are 11th in scoring with 116.8 points per game. In 59.5% of their games, they have outscored their opponent’s defensive average for the season. Against the Pacers, Lauri Markkanen scored a team-high 32 points while Collin Sexton added 30 points.
When playing at home this season, the Utah Jazz are giving up an average of 115.3 points per game. Overall, their defense is ranked 22nd in the NBA, allowing 118.2 points per contest. Over their last five games, they have been even better, ranking 11th in points allowed at 114 per game.
So far this season, opponents have scored more than their season average in 57.1% of games against the Jazz. In terms of three-point shooting, Utah is giving up an average of 14.0 made threes per game, which is 26th in the league.
On the glass, the Jazz are one of the top rebounding teams in the NBA, ranking 3rd overall. They are also 7th in blocked shots at 6 per game. In terms of steals, Utah is 22nd in the NBA at 7.1 per contest.
Jazz vs. Warriors Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Lauri Markkanen and his points prop of 26.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -110 while the under is at -120. According to our projections, Lauri Markkanen is expected to record 23 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 assists. Regarding his points prop, we recommend taking the under at 26.5.
- The Prop: Lauri Markkanen Under 26.5 Points (-120)
Jazz vs. Warriors Predictions
For a point-spread bet in this Warriors vs. Jazz matchup, we’re leaning towards the Warriors at +3.5. Although our projections show the Jazz winning 112-109, we suggest placing your bet on the Warriors for the point-spread.
As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 243 and our model has the Warriors and Jazz finishing with a combined 221 points. Our pick is to take the under.
The Pick: Warriors +3.5 | at Fanduel Sportsbook