Utah Jazz vs OKC Thunder Prediction and Betting Tips | Jan. 22, 2025

Two teams at opposite ends of the Western Conference standings meet in Wednesday’s Utah Jazz vs OKC Thunder game, part of the NBA’s nine-game schedule.

The Jazz, currently on a three-game losing streak — tied for the longest active skid in the West — will take on the Thunder, who sit atop the conference with an 18-2 home record.

Here’s a preview of the Utah Jazz vs OKC Thunder game, tipping off at 8 p.m. ET at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City.

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Utah Jazz vs OKC Thunder Prediction, Preview and Odds

Moneyline: Jazz (+1074) vs Thunder (-2283)

Spread: Jazz +17.5 (-110) vs Thunder -17.5 (-110)

Total (O/U): Jazz o225.5 (-110) vs Thunder u225.5 (-110)

Editor's note: The odds for this game could change close to the game. The odds listed were as per available information at the time of writing.

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Utah Jazz vs OKC Thunder preview

The Utah Jazz, currently sitting at the bottom of the Western Conference with a 10-31 record, have been competitive at times, with seven of their victories coming on the road.

However, their intention to tank this season is evident, as reflected in their sixth-worst net rating and second-worst defensive rating in the league. They’ve only managed three wins in their last 10 games and are seeking just their fourth conference victory this season.

Meanwhile, the OKC Thunder bounced back from a setback against the Dallas Mavericks, where they were without Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, with an emphatic 127-101 victory over the Brooklyn Nets.

The Thunder boast the league’s best net rating and defense, and while the returns of Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein remain pending, their performance continues to impress.

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Utah Jazz vs OKC Thunder predicted starting lineups

For the Jazz, Taylor Hendricks is out for the season with a fibula injury, Johnny Juzang is out with a hand injury and Cody Williams is out with an ankle injury. John Collins (hip), Brice Sensabaugh (ankle) and Lauri Markkanen (back) are all listed as questionable, while Jordan Clarkson is out with plantar fasciitis.

For the Thunder, Nikola Topic is out for the season due to an ACL injury, Ajay Mitchell is out with a toe injury, Isaiah Hartenstein is out with a calf strain and Chet Holmgren is out with a hip injury. Jalen Williams is listed as questionable with a hip issue.

Jazz

G - Keyonte George | G - Isaiah Collier | F - Kyle Filipowski | F - Svi Mykhailuk | C - Walker Kessler

Thunder

G - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | G - Cason Wallace | F - Isaiah Joe | F - Lu Dort. | C - Jaylin Williams

Editor's note: These are the predicted lineups and could change based on the availability of players.

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Utah Jazz vs OKC Thunder betting props

• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander under 32.5 points (-115 on DraftKings): Given the expectation of a blowout, the under is a smart play.
• Lauri Markkanen over 18.5 points (-109 on Caesars): If he plays, Markkanen should clear this total.

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Utah Jazz vs OKC Thunder prediction

As reflected in the odds, this matchup is anticipated to be a lopsided affair. The top-seeded Thunder face the conference's worst team, and while a potential showdown between brothers Jalen and Cody Williams is off the table due to injuries, OKC should comfortably win.

Prediction: Thunder by 13, with the under on the spread.