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Underdog Charlotte Hornets set to take on favored Utah Jazz in cross-conference showdown

Game time: February 22, 2024 at 9:00 PM ET

Venue: Delta Center — Salt Lake City, UT

Article updated Feb 19, 6:35 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

On Thursday night, the NBA schedule features a cross-conference game between the Charlotte Hornets and the Utah Jazz. The Hornets, at 13-41, face the 26-30 Jazz at the Delta

Game outlook

On Thursday night, the NBA schedule features a cross-conference game between the Charlotte Hornets and the Utah Jazz. The Hornets, at 13-41, face the 26-30 Jazz at the Delta Center in Utah. The game is set to tip-off at 9:00 ET. Utah enters as the favored team with a -9.5 point spread that has remained steady. The matchup presents an intriguing showdown between two teams looking to secure wins in their respective conferences.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Hornets +345 | Jazz -450

Spread: Hornets +9.5 (-110) | Jazz -9.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 232.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Utah will win straight-up is 82%.

Charlotte Hornets

This article provides an analysis of the Charlotte Hornets' recent performance in the NBA season. Despite facing a challenging year with injuries and a significant trade deadline sell-off, the Hornets have shown resilience by winning three consecutive games after a 10-game losing streak. The team's recent victories against Memphis, Indiana, and Atlanta have improved their record. The article also includes statistics on the team's performance in offense and defense, highlighting key players such as Miles Bridges and Brandon Miller. Additionally, the article discusses the Hornets' standing in the Rookie of the Year betting market and their current power ranking in the league. Overall, the Hornets have shown improvement and potential for future success despite their current position in the Eastern Conference.

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Utah Jazz Analysis

The Utah Jazz have been struggling recently, going 2-7 in their last nine games which has dropped them out of playoff contention. It will be difficult for them to climb back up the standings with teams like the Warriors and Lakers ahead of them. Their most recent four-game losing streak includes defeats to Phoenix, Golden State, and Los Angeles. Utah is currently 26-30 overall and has a power ranking of 12. They excel on offense, scoring an average of 118.04 points per game and shooting well from the field and free-throw line. However, their defense is lacking, giving up an average of 120.71 points per game. On the defensive end, they struggle to defend against three-pointers and allow a high percentage of field goals. Despite individual efforts from players like Lauri Markkanen and Jordan Clarkson, the Jazz will need to improve their performance on both ends of the court to regain their spot in the playoff race.

Hornets May Surprise Jazz Despite Favorable Odds

Considering the recent performance of both teams, there are valid reasons why the Jazz are favored by nearly double digits in this game against the struggling Charlotte Hornets. However, despite the Jazz's current four-game losing streak and Charlotte's three-game winning streak leading into the All-Star Break, I am hesitant to confidently support Utah giving up this many points. Charlotte's recent offensive success against weaker defenses, combined with Utah's defensive struggles, particularly in allowing an average of 116.7 points per 100 possessions, gives reason to believe that players like Brandon Miller (16.6 PPG) and Miles Bridges (21.5 PPG) could capitalize on this matchup. Therefore, I am inclined to predict that Charlotte will be able to compete with Utah and potentially keep the game within single digits.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Charlotte Hornets+340 → +329Moved
  • Moneyline · Utah Jazz-453 → -423Moved
  • Spread · Charlotte Hornets+9.5 (-110) → +9.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Spread · Utah Jazz-9.5 (-110) → -9.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Over232.5 (-110) → 229.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under232.5 (-110) → 229.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Charlotte Hornets
13-41 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Utah Jazz
26-30 matchup record · 3-7-0 ATS · 7-3-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-02-19T11:35:10.350Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

This article provides an analysis of the Charlotte Hornets' recent performance in the NBA season. Despite facing a challenging year with injuries and a significant trade deadline sell-off, the Hornets have shown resilience by winning three consecutive games after a 10-game losing streak. The team's recent victories against Memphis, Indiana, and Atlanta have improved their record. The article also includes statistics on the team's performance in offense and defense, highlighting key players such as Miles Bridges and Brandon Miller. Additionally, the article discusses the Hornets' standing in the Rookie of the Year betting market and their current power ranking in the league. Overall, the Hornets have shown improvement and potential for future success despite their current position in the Eastern Conference.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-01-27Utah Jazz 134 · Charlotte Hornets 122
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Charlotte Hornets defeated Utah Jazz 115-107

Charlotte Hornets defeated Utah Jazz 115-107 on February 22, 2024, a 8-point decision in the series. Charlotte Hornets' strongest period was the 4th quarter, when it outscored its opponent 30-17. Against SportsJaw's recorded Charlotte Hornets +9.5 (-110) spread, Charlotte Hornets covered, while the 222 combined points finished under the recorded total of 229.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • CovergirlSpread · Utah Jazz -9.5 (-110)Loss
  • DpxsportsSpread · Charlotte Hornets +9.5 (-110)Win
  • BookieslayerSpread · Utah Jazz -9.5 (-110)Loss
  • MaddogTotal · Under 232.5 (-110)Win
  • 72dolphinsTotal · Under 232.5 (-110)Win
  • DerekFisherSpread · Charlotte Hornets +9.5 (-110)Win
  • Fisher49Spread · Charlotte Hornets +9.5 (-110)Win
  • Leadpipe_LocksSpread · Charlotte Hornets +9.5 (-110)Win
  • ThetotalerTotal · Over 232.5 (-110)Loss
  • 1118240754Spread · Utah Jazz -9.5 (-110)Loss
  • IroncladlocksSpread · Charlotte Hornets +9.5 (-110)Win
  • KingjamesSpread · Charlotte Hornets +9.5 (-110)Win
  • Josh720Spread · Utah Jazz -9.5 (-110)Loss
  • 1707662905Total · Over 232.5 (-110)Loss
  • RoycejacobsSpread · Utah Jazz -9.5 (-110)Loss
  • Thinkmakegrow
Total · Over 232.5 (-110)
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  • Sammy52Spread · Charlotte Hornets +10 (-110)Win
  • Joem81Spread · Charlotte Hornets +10 (-110)Win
  • DrfeelgoodSpread · Utah Jazz -10 (-110)Loss
  • MikehuffSpread · Utah Jazz -10 (-110)Loss
  • JoeThomasSpread · Charlotte Hornets +10 (-110)Win
  • MbcSpread · Utah Jazz -10 (-110)Loss
  • PremierPicksSpread · Utah Jazz -9.5 (-110)Loss
  • Kentc_Spread · Utah Jazz -9.5 (-110)Loss
  • BadmanSpread · Charlotte Hornets +9.5 (-110)Win