The Utah Jazz are set to face the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday night. The game will take place at the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon, with tip-off scheduled for 10 p.m. ET.
Current Season Overview
The Jazz have a record of 20 wins and 46 losses. They are struggling recently, losing nine of their last eleven games. In their latest match, they faced the New York Knicks, suffering a 134-117 defeat while entering the game as 14-point underdogs.
The Trail Blazers, on the other hand, have a record of 31 wins and 35 losses. They have lost four of their last six games, including a narrow loss to the Charlotte Hornets, where they fell 103-101 as 3.5-point underdogs. In that game, they squandered a 19-point lead.
Matchup History
The season series stands in favor of the Trail Blazers, who currently lead 3-0 against the Jazz. Their last encounter was on February 12, where Portland won decisively 135-119 in Salt Lake City, covering the spread as favorites.
Recent Performance
- Jazz:
- Last 11 games: 2-9
- Last game score against Knicks: 134-117
- Trail Blazers:
- Last 6 games: 2-4
- Last game score against Hornets: 103-101
Betting Odds and Predictions
According to BetMGM Sportsbook, here are the current betting odds:
| Market | Jazz | Trail Blazers |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline (ML) | +675 | -1100 |
| Against the Spread (ATS) | +14.5 (-105) | -14.5 (-115) |
| Over/Under (O/U) | N/A | 236.5 |
Injuries
Injuries will impact both teams:
- Jazz:
- Keyonte George (G) – Out (hamstring)
- Jaren Jackson Jr. (F) – Out (knee)
- Walker Kessler (C) – Out (shoulder)
- John Konchar (G) – Out (calf)
- Lauri Markkanen (F) – Out (hip)
- Trail Blazers:
- Damian Lillard (G) – Out (Achilles)
- Shaedon Sharpe (G) – Out (fibula)
Conclusion
Considering their previous encounters, the Trail Blazers appear to hold the upper hand. They have consistently scored over 135 points against the Jazz this season. The projected score for this matchup is Trail Blazers 132, Jazz 113.
For a solid betting option, consider placing a bet on the Trail Blazers covering the spread at -14.5. Additionally, the Over/Under is set at 236.5, which is worth betting on given both teams’ recent scoring trends.
