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Warriors Look to Dominate Jazz in Western Conference Showdown at Chase Center

The 2024-25 NBA season continues with a Western Conference showdown between the Utah Jazz and Golden State Warriors at Chase Center in San Francisco, CA on Tuesday, January 28. The Warriors previously dominated the Jazz with a 127-86 victory in October. Despite opening as the betting favorite at -11, the line has not moved. Stay updated on this matchup and other NBA picks for Tuesday night.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Jazz +410 | Warriors -550
• Spread: Jazz +11 (-110) | Warriors -11 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 229 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Golden State will win straight-up is 85%.

Utah vs Golden State Stats

Utah Jazz

The Utah Jazz, currently on a five-game losing streak, faced off against the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday night. Despite a disappointing season so far, Utah's leading scorer Lauri Markkanen put up only 11 points in their recent game against the Memphis Grizzlies. With key players like Jordan Clarkson and John Collins out with injuries, the Jazz are ranked 22nd in power rankings. Offensively, they are ranked 17th, scoring an average of 111.50 points per game but defensively, they are ranked 27th, allowing an average of 118.31 points per game. Overall, the Jazz have a record of 10-33 this season and are struggling to find their footing in the Western Conference.

Golden State Warriors Analysis

The Golden State Warriors are currently struggling, having lost three of their last four games and posting a 4-7 record in their previous 11 outings. Their latest defeat came at the hands of the Los Angeles Lakers, where they were outscored in the paint and Anthony Davis scored 36 points. Andrew Wiggins led the team with 20 points in that game. The Warriors rank 18th in the NBA for offensive efficiency and 10th for defensive efficiency. They are missing key players like Draymond Green and Jonathan Kuminga. Despite their challenges, the Warriors have a power ranking of 16 and are ranked 18th for offense and 10th for defense. They have a 22-23 overall record and have struggled against teams like Utah in recent matchups. The team has room for improvement in their shooting percentages and defensive stats.

Warriors Poised for Victory Against Struggling Jazz Defense

I anticipate a strong performance from the Warriors in their upcoming matchup against the Jazz, despite concerns about Utah's recent travel schedule and defensive struggles. The Warriors have the opportunity to exploit the Jazz's poor defensive rating, which ranks as the second-worst in the NBA. With their successful offensive showing against the Bulls last Thursday, scoring 131 points, the Warriors are positioned to capitalize on the Jazz's defensive weaknesses. While the Warriors may face a challenge against the Jazz, who are known for their competitiveness, the combination of Utah's defensive struggles and the Warriors' offensive strength suggest a favorable outcome for Golden State in this matchup.

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