Lakers vs. Jazz Prediction and Odds (Jazz To Stumble Into Win)
The Los Angeles Lakers got back into the play-in tournament last night due to a San Antonio Spurs loss. They need to figure out ways to stay there, and getting a win against the Jazz is the first step in that.
Utah may still be reeling from its 25-point collapse against the Clippers, but playing the Lakers seems to be the fix for nearly every team in the league. Can the Jazz get past the last game and get a win tonight?
Here are the odds for the matchup via WynnBET.
Lakers vs. Jazz Odds, Spread and Total
Spread:
- Lakers: +12.5 (-110)
- Jazz: -12.5 (-110)
Moneyline:
- Lakers: +550
- Jazz: -800
Total:
- 226 (Over: -110/Under: -110)
Lakers vs. Jazz Prediction and Pick
As much as I don't believe in the Utah Jazz long-term, they are playing a Lakers team tonight that gave up 82 points in the first half to Luka Doncic on Tuesday. Los Angeles won't have any answers for Donovan Mitchell, creating a serious issue for their defense. Before the collapse against the Clippers, the Jazz were up by 25 points. Tonight, they won't have to face a Paul George or a player of his caliber.
As bad as the Jazz have been over the last 10 games, the Lakers have been worse. Los Angeles is 26th in net rating and 3-7 in that span. Meanwhile, the Jazz are 14th in net rating and are 4-6. Unless the Lakers get a big contribution from a surprise third player, this will be a blowout.
Utah is 3-2 ATS in its last five games as a double-digit favorite. The Jazz have done a decent job being a bully, and I think they will be able to dominate the drama-filled Lakers. If they can't cover, a dialogue then needs to be started about how good the Jazz are.
Lean: Jazz -12.5 (-110)
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