Utah Jazz vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 01/12/2024, 01:30  by Kennedy Kechula | Modified on 01/12/2024 at 01:34 in NBA Predictions

The Utah Jazz welcome the LA Lakers in their next NBA match hoping to snap a three-match skid. The Jazz sit second from bottom in the Western Conference whereas the Lakers are eighth. Below is our prediction for this match.

The Jazz have the third-worst record in the NBA. They have lost 15 of 19 games and are on a three-match skid. Will Hardy’s men, who have won just once in their last eight matches, were defeated 106-94 at home by the Mavericks.

This was their eighth loss in 10 matches at home. The Jazz are averaging 108.6 points and allowing 118.5 points which is the fourth lowest tally. John Collins is available and returned from the sidelines against the Mavs with a 16-point effort.

The Lakers are going through a dip in form. They have managed just one win from their last five games, weakening their record to 11-8. J.J. Redick’s men suffered a 101-93 defeat at home to the Thunder in their last fixture.

But as they have already won against the Jazz this season, they will see this as the perfect chance to bounce back. LA, who are on a two-match winning run against Utah, won 124-118 against their hosts 10 days ago in NBA Cup play.

The Lakers are averaging 114.4 points and allowing an almost similar number.