Oklahoma City Thunder vs
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Thunder Favored by 15.5 Points as They Look to Continue Dominance Over Jazz in Division Matchup

The 2024-25 NBA season will continue on Friday, February 21st with the Oklahoma City Thunder facing off against the Utah Jazz at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, UT. The Thunder will be looking to secure their fourth consecutive win against the Jazz in this Northwest Division matchup. Oklahoma City has opened as the betting favorite with a spread of -15.5 points. For more information on this game and other NBA picks for Friday night, read on for our best Thunder vs. Jazz prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Thunder -1300 | Jazz +785
• Spread: Thunder -15 (-110) | Jazz +15 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 236.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Oklahoma City will win straight-up is 93%.

Oklahoma City vs Utah Stats

Oklahoma City Thunder

The Oklahoma City Thunder concluded their seven-game winning streak with a 116-101 road loss against the Minnesota Timberwolves, shooting only 42.0% from the field. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led with 24 points and nine assists, but struggled with his shooting. Despite the loss, the Thunder still hold the top spot in the Western Conference, with impressive offensive and defensive stats. Offensively, they average 117.16 points per game and rank in the top 10 for field goal and free throw percentages. Defensively, they excel, allowing just 104.76 points per game and leading the league in field goal and three-point percentage defense. The Thunder are a formidable force this season, with a record of 44-11 and solid performance on both ends of the court.

Utah Jazz Analysis

The Utah Jazz have struggled in recent games, losing four of their last five matchups. Despite a victory over the Los Angeles Lakers, they fell to the LA Clippers in their final game before the All-Star break, blowing a 20-point lead and committing 26 turnovers. Rookie Kyle Filipowski led the team with 20 points and 10 rebounds. The Jazz are currently 14th in the Western Conference, trailing the No. 10 seed by 14.5 games. On offense, they average 112.30 points per game (ranked 18th) and shoot 45.85% from the field. Defensively, they allow 119.37 points per game (ranked 27th) and surrender 47.68% shooting from the field. Overall, the Jazz have a power ranking of 28 and a record of 13-41 (28-26 ATS). In their last three matchups, Oklahoma City went 0-3 against Utah.

Thunder continue to excel in defense, set to dominate upcoming game against turnover-prone Jazz

Since November, the Thunder have maintained a consistent record by avoiding consecutive losses. Known for their strong defensive capabilities, they are considered one of the top teams in the league in this aspect. In contrast, the Jazz’s defense is lacking, evident in their high turnover rate of 15.3%, ranking them last in the league. This weakness plays into the Thunder's strengths, as they lead the league in defensive turnover percentage at 15.8%. In their previous matchups, the Thunder have capitalized on the Jazz's turnover-prone nature, scoring numerous easy baskets. Historically, Oklahoma City has dominated Utah with an 8-2 straight-up record and a 7-3 record against the spread in their last ten meetings. Given these factors, it is unlikely that the Jazz will be able to keep up with the Thunder in their upcoming game.

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