The Utah Jazz will face the Los Angeles Clippers in a crucial match in the Western Conference. Scheduled for Tuesday at 10 p.m. EST in Salt Lake City, this game holds significant implications for both teams’ playoff aspirations.
Teams Overview
Currently, the Clippers hold a record of 21-24, placing them 10th in the Western Conference. In contrast, the Jazz sit at 15-31, ranking 13th in the same conference.
Performance Against Conference Opponents
- The Jazz have struggled with a record of 9-22 against Western Conference rivals.
- The Clippers are slightly better at 11-14 in their conference matchups.
Statistical Insights
Utah leads the Western Conference with an average of 30.3 assists per game, bolstered by Keyonte George’s 6.6 assists. The Clippers, however, rank last in the NBA with only 23.4 assists per game, featuring James Harden’s average of 8.1 assists.
Defensively, the Jazz are averaging 13.2 made three-pointers this season, just below the 13.5 that the Clippers allow per game. In terms of shooting accuracy, Los Angeles boasts a field goal percentage of 47.6%, slightly lower than the 49.3% that Jazz opponents have achieved.
Previous Encounters
This match marks the third meeting between these two teams this season. In their last encounter on January 2, the Clippers emerged victorious, winning 118-101. Kawhi Leonard had an outstanding performance with 45 points, while Kyle Anderson led the Jazz with 22 points.
Top Performers
- Utah Jazz:
- Jusuf Nurkic: 11.2 points and 10.2 rebounds per game.
- Keyonte George: Averaging 24.1 points and 2.6 rebounds over the last 10 games.
- Los Angeles Clippers:
- James Harden: 25.6 points and 8.1 assists per game.
- Kawhi Leonard: Averaging 19.7 points over the last 10 games.
Recent Form and Injuries
In their last ten games, the Jazz have recorded a 3-7 record, averaging 116.4 points per game while shooting 48.7% from the field. Their opponents, however, have been scoring an average of 130.4 points against them.
The Clippers have fared considerably better, with an 8-2 record in their last ten games, scoring an average of 114.5 points and allowing only 108.8 points per game.
Injury Updates
- Utah Jazz Injuries:
- Lauri Markkanen: Day to day (illness)
- Georges Niang: Day to day (foot)
- Kevin Love: Day to day (knee)
- Walker Kessler: Out for the season (shoulder)
- Los Angeles Clippers Injuries:
- Bradley Beal: Out for the season (hip)
- Derrick Jones Jr.: Out (knee)
- Bogdan Bogdanovic: Out (hamstring)
As the Jazz prepare to host the Clippers, both teams will be looking to secure a vital win as they navigate the competitive landscape of the Western Conference.
