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Los Angeles Clippers vs Utah Jazz Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: October 27, 2023 at 9:30 PM ET

Venue: Delta Center — Salt Lake City, UT

Article updated Oct 27, 2:16 AM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Clippers and Jazz face off this Friday evening in an important conference game. Last season, the Clippers went 44-38 while the Jazz had a 37-45 record. The Clippers

Game outlook

The Clippers and Jazz face off this Friday evening in an important conference game. Last season, the Clippers went 44-38 while the Jazz had a 37-45 record. The Clippers opened the season with an impressive win over the Trail Blazers while the Jazz dropped their first game to the Kings. This will be the second game of the season for each team. The Jazz was particularly successful against the Clippers last season, posting a 3-1 record. The Clippers are the betting favorite and the odds have not moved since opening at -3.5.

Game Info

When: Friday, 10/27/2023 @ 9:30pm EST

Where: Delta Center Stadium Clippers vs Jazz Betting Odds Moneyline: Clippers -158 | Jazz +135

Spread: Clippers -3.5 (-110) | Jazz +3.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 230 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 61%.

Los Angeles Clippers

The Los Angeles Clippers enter the season with high expectations after an early round playoff loss last year. The roster, featuring star players Kawhi Leonard and Paul George who are in the last year of their contract, have a limited opportunity to deliver a championship. On offense, the team averages 113.6 points per game (ranked 18th) and shot above average in all categories, connecting on 52.22% of their field goals (4th), 81.26% of their free throws (9th), and 47.06 % of their three-pointers (2nd), while averaging 45.00 rebounds and 36.00 offensive assists per game (16th and 2nd respectively). Defensively, they rank 12th, allowing an average of 113.1 points and have an 18th ranked field goal defense at 47.36% which increases to 31.25% from behind the arc (9th). With a 9.5 Spencer point victory against the Trail Blazers in their opener, Los Angeles is off to a good start and with some luck, they can be among the top teams in the conference. 🗣️COUNT IT PG-13 🗣️ pic.twitter.com/wOno6UnaGz

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Utah Jazz Analysis

The Utah Jazz are looking to bounce back after missing the playoffs last season for the first time since 2016. With John Collins acquired in a massive deal with the Hawks and Taylor Hendricks being drafted with the ninth pick, the team has plenty of young talent to make a difference. Player standouts Lauri Markkanen, Jordan Clarkson and Collins each had impressive performances in the season opener, helping the Jazz offensively and defensively. With an offensive ranking of #12 and defense at #27, the Jazz are averaging 114 points and giving up 130 on average. They record 54 rebounds and 22 offensive assists per game. They have an overall record of 0-1. lookin' like it's 𝗱𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗸 time 🔝 #TakeNote | @KrisDunn3 pic.twitter.com/iXQvlsCX7q

Los Angeles Clippers Face Further Competition from Improved Utah Jazz in Upcoming Season

The Los Angeles Clippers boast a formidable roster, yet experienced difficulty against Utah Jazz last season, with the Utah team taking three out of four contests and limiting the Clippers to an average of 109.5 points. With the addition of John Collins in a deal with the Hawks, Utah is expected to have improved scoring depth in the upcoming season, with veterans Jordan Clarkson, Lauri Markanen, and Colin Sexton leading the way. Clarkson notably caused the Clippers difficulties last year, averaging 25 points and 50% shooting in their meetings, and looked equally dangerous in the opener with 24 points. While the Clippers' victory against the Portland Trail Blazers in their season opener may have been impressive, the Blazers are undergoing significant rebuilding and could end up as one of the weaker teams. The greater challenge will come from the Jazz.

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SportsJaw Clippers vs Jazz archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Clippers vs Jazz matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Los Angeles Clippers-160 → -175Moved
  • Moneyline · Utah Jazz+135 → +150Moved
  • Spread · Los Angeles Clippers-3.5 (-110) → -4.25 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Utah Jazz+3.5 (-110) → +4.25 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over229.75 (-110) → 227.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under229.75 (-110) → 227.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Los Angeles Clippers
1-2 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 8-2-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Utah Jazz
5-5-7 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2023-10-27T06:16:55.218Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

No completed head-to-head result is available in the current history window.

Final result

Matchup pick recap

Utah Jazz defeated Los Angeles Clippers 120-118

Utah Jazz defeated Los Angeles Clippers 120-118 on October 27, 2023, a 2-point decision in the series. Utah Jazz's strongest period was the 2nd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 30-24. Against SportsJaw's recorded Los Angeles Clippers -4.25 (-110) spread, Utah Jazz covered, while the 238 combined points finished over the recorded total of 227.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

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Tipster picks

  • VfernandezSpread · Los Angeles Clippers -3.5 (-110)Loss
  • MaddogSpread · Los Angeles Clippers -3.5 (-110)Loss
  • HopkinspicksSpread · Utah Jazz +3.5 (-110)Win
  • RcollinsSpread · Utah Jazz +3.5 (-110)Win
  • FlyigglesflyTotal · Over 230 (-110)Win
  • MrmisterSpread · Los Angeles Clippers -3.5 (-110)Loss
  • GustavosintoSpread · Utah Jazz -3.5 (-110)Win
  • KrockpicksSpread · Los Angeles Clippers -3.5 (-110)Loss
  • BluedevilTotal · Over 230 (-110)Win
  • UncledavidSpread · Los Angeles Clippers -3.5 (-110)Loss
  • SfdanSpread · Los Angeles Clippers -3.5 (-110)Loss
  • JtmcentireSpread · Los Angeles Clippers -4 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioSpread · Utah Jazz +4.5 (-110)Win
  • CoolioTotal · Over 227.5 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkSpread · Utah Jazz +4.5 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 227.5 (-110)Win
  • CoversSpread · Los Angeles Clippers -4.5 (-110)Loss
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Spread · Los Angeles Clippers -4.5 (-110)
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