The Utah Jazz will face off against the Houston Rockets at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas, on Monday. The game is set to tip off at 9:30 p.m. ET and can be viewed on Peacock.
Game Overview
The Jazz currently hold a record of 18-39, while the Rockets boast a 34-21 record. This matchup marks their third meeting of the season, with the series tied at 1-1. The Jazz won their most recent matchup 133-125 as an 11.5-point underdog on December 1. In their earlier encounter, the Rockets dominated with a 129-101 victory, covering a 12-point spread.
Recent Performance
- The Jazz lost to the Knicks 123-114 as a 2.5-point underdog last Friday.
- Isaiah Collier contributed significantly with 24 points, while Kyle Filipowski added 20 points and 6 rebounds.
- Utah is only 2-4 in their last six games but stands at 6-2 against the spread in their last eight.
- The Rockets recently fell 108-106 to the New York Knicks, covering as 3.5-point underdogs.
- Kevin Durant led Houston with 30 points; however, they have lost two of their last three games, going 1-3 ATS.
- In their last four games, the Under has hit in all four matchups.
Betting Odds
According to BetMGM Sportsbook, here are the current odds for the game:
| Bet Type | Jazz | Rockets |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +575 (bet $100 to win $575) | -900 (bet $900 to win $100) |
| Against the Spread | +13.5 (-115) | -13.5 (-105) |
| Over/Under | 228.5 (O: -115 | U: -105) | |
Injury Report
- Jazz: Keyonte George (ankle) is questionable; Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) is out; Walker Kessler (shoulder) is out; Lauri Markkanen (illness) is probable; Jusuf Nurkic (nose) is out.
- Rockets: Steven Adams (ankle) is out; Jae’Sean Tate (knee) is out; Fred VanVleet (knee) is out.
Expert Predictions
Predictions favor the Rockets, with a projected score of Rockets 118, Jazz 101. The high moneyline for the Rockets suggests cautious betting, as the risk may outweigh the reward.
Betting on the Rockets -13.5 could be advisable, depending on the availability of Jazz players like Markkanen and George. On the other hand, the Under 228.5 is seen as a solid choice, considering the trend of the Rockets’ recent games.
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