Utah Jazz will face the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday at 9 p.m. EDT in Salt Lake City. The matchup comes after Brice Sensabaugh delivered an impressive 41-point performance in a recent game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, despite the Jazz losing 147-111.
Team Performance Overview
The Utah Jazz currently hold a record of 20-49 and sit 14th in the Western Conference. They have struggled at home, with a 12-22 record in Salt Lake City. In contrast, the Milwaukee Bucks are 28-40 and are ranked 11th in the Eastern Conference. The Bucks hold a 12-21 record in away games.
Defensive and Offensive Stats
- The Jazz are averaging 117.2 points per game, slightly above the Bucks’ average of 116.2 points allowed.
- Utah leads the Western Conference with 31.8 defensive rebounds per game, primarily driven by Jusuf Nurkic’s average of 7.8 rebounds.
- Milwaukee averages 13.9 turnovers per game and has won 11 of its 19 games when it turns the ball over less than its opponents.
Recent Performances
In their last encounter on March 8, the Bucks defeated the Jazz 113-99. Giannis Antetokounmpo was a standout performer, contributing 27 points. For the Jazz, Keyonte George scored 22 points in that game.
Top Players to Watch
- Brice Sensabaugh: Averaging 13.9 points and 3.0 rebounds per game, he is emerging as a key player for the Jazz.
- Isaiah Collier: Added 13.7 points and 2.1 rebounds in his last 10 games.
- Ryan Rollins: Leading the Bucks with averages of 16.8 points, 5.6 assists, and 1.5 steals.
- Bobby Portis: Contributing 15.4 points and 5.4 rebounds over the past 10 games.
Recent Trends
Last 10 Games Comparison
| Team | Record | Points per Game | Rebounds per Game | Shooting Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jazz | 2-8 | 112.5 | 42.3 | 44.3% |
| Bucks | 2-8 | 106.3 | 40.2 | 46.6% |
Injury Reports
The Jazz will be missing several key players due to injuries:
- Lauri Markkanen: Out (ankle)
- Keyonte George: Out (leg)
- Walker Kessler: Out for the season (shoulder)
- Jusuf Nurkic: Out for the season (nose)
- Jaren Jackson Jr.: Out for the season (knee)
The Bucks also have injury concerns:
- Kyle Kuzma: Day-to-day (elbow)
- Kevin Porter Jr.: Day-to-day (knee)
- Myles Turner: Day-to-day (calf)
- Giannis Antetokounmpo: Out (ankle)
A thrilling matchup between the Utah Jazz and Milwaukee Bucks awaits fans as they look to improve their standings in their respective conferences.
