Cleveland Cavaliers Open Up as Favourites as Utah Jazz Look to Spring Road Upset

Game outlook

The Utah Jazz and Cleveland Cavaliers face off on Wednesday in an inter-conference bout. Both teams have recently recorded home wins - the Jazz against the Nets and the Cavaliers against the Rockets. Last year the Cavaliers and Jazz split their two meetings, both winning at home. The sports books have opened the Cavaliers as the betting favorite at -6.5, and the line has held steady so far. This matchup should be a spirited affair with plenty of intensity.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Jazz +210 | Cavaliers -260

Spread: Jazz +6.5 (-110) | Cavaliers -6.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 227 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Cleveland will win straight-up is 72%.

Utah Jazz

The Utah Jazz have been competitive recently, winning three of their last four games and covering the spread in three of those. They start a five-game road trip on Tuesday night with a season record of 10-17. Lauri Markanen has put in strong performances recently, averaging 23.2 points per game and 8.5 rebounds per game, while John Collins has made an impact since joining the team, averaging 14.3 points on 48% shooting. Jordan Clarkson has been ruled out due to a leg injury, while John Collins returned to action on Monday after missing a game due to illness. On the season, the Jazz are ranked 22nd in offense, scoring an average of 112.2 points and are 24th in defense, giving up 119.5 points per game. the bucket: pic.twitter.com/ZRWzgCt0LC