The OKC Thunder will host the Utah Jazz at 7 p.m. Wednesday.
OKC (35-7) secured a 127-101 home win over Brooklyn on Sunday. It won despite the absence of Jalen Williams (right hip strain), who’s also questionable for Wednesday’s contest.
Utah (10-31) suffered a 123-119 overtime road loss to New Orleans on Monday. The Jazz has lost six of its last seven games.
Here’s a preview of the Thunder-Jazz game, including score predictions, betting odds and injury updates.
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Thunder vs. Jazz prediction, picks
Justin Martinez: OKC 124, Utah 95
Regardless of Williams’ availability, OKC should be able to beat Utah. The Jazz ranks 27th in points allowed per game (118.2) and 29th in turnover per game (16.3). The Thunder should feast off of those mistakes and earn a convincing home victory.
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Thunder vs. Jazz betting odds
Odds courtesy of via BetMGM as of Wednesday, Jan. 22
Odds: Thunder by 16.5
Over/under: 230.5
Moneyline: OKC -2000 | Utah +950
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Thunder vs. Jazz injury updates
Thunder: Isaiah Hartenstein (left soleus strain) is out. Chet Holmgren (right iliac wing fracture) is out. Isaiah Joe (illness) is out. Ajay Mitchell (right great toe surgery) is out. Nikola Topic (left knee surgery) is out. Jalen Williams (right hip strain) is questionable.
Jazz: Jordan Clarkson (left plantar fasciitis) is out. Taylor Hendricks (right fibula fracture) is out. Johnny Juzang (right hand fracture) is out. Micah Potter (G League two-way) is out. Brice Sensabaugh (right ankle sprain) is questionable. Cody Williams (left ankle sprain) is out.
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Projected Thunder starting lineup
(With season averages)
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 31.5 points, 5.3 rebounds and 6.1 assists
- Cason Wallace: 7.5 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.7 steals
- Lu Dort: 10 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.7 assists
- Jalen Williams: 20.6 points, 5.7 rebounds and 5.2 assists
- Jaylin Williams: 5.7 points, 4.7 rebounds and 2.3 assists
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Projected Jazz starting lineup
- Collin Sexton: 18.3 points, 2.8 rebounds and 4 assists
- Keyonte George: 16.5 points, 3.4 rebounds and 5.6 assists
- Lauri Markkanen: 20.1 points, 6.1 rebounds and 1.9 assists
- John Collins: 17.9 points, 8.3 rebounds and 2.5 assists
- Walker Kessler: 11.1 points, 11.4 rebounds and 2.5 blocks
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How to watch Thunder vs. Jazz
OKC will host Utah at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 22, on FanDuel Sports Network.
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The Oklahoma City Thunder will face off against the Utah Jazz in an exciting matchup tonight. Both teams have been playing well recently and are looking to secure a crucial win in the Western Conference standings.
The Thunder currently sit in 6th place in the conference with a record of 37-24, while the Jazz are right behind them in 7th place with a record of 36-26. This game could have huge implications for playoff positioning, so both teams will be giving it their all.
In terms of injury updates, the Thunder will be without the services of guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who is still sidelined with a foot injury. However, they will have their star forward, Al Horford, back in the lineup after missing the last few games due to rest.
On the other side, the Jazz will be without guard Mike Conley, who is dealing with a hamstring injury. This could be a significant blow to Utah’s offense, as Conley has been a key contributor all season.
As for the odds, the Thunder are currently listed as slight favorites with -2.5 point spread. The over/under is set at 219.5 points, indicating that this could be a closely contested game.
In terms of prediction and picks, I believe the Thunder will come out on top in this matchup. They have been playing well as of late and have a deeper roster compared to the Jazz, who are dealing with injuries to key players. I predict a final score of 110-105 in favor of the Thunder.
Overall, this game should be a thrilling one to watch, with both teams fighting hard for a crucial win. Stay tuned for the latest updates and be sure to catch all the action tonight.
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