Jazz vs Trail Blazers Prediction and Odds
Jazz vs Trail Blazers Prediction and Odds:The Utah Jazz is expected to win this game against the Portland Trail Blazers as per the bookmakers and stats.
The Portland Trail Blazers are scheduled to face off against the Utah Jazz in their upcoming preseason game at the Vivint Smart Home Arena tonight. The Trail Blazers are entering the game following a 111-122 loss to the Phoenix Suns. Meanwhile, the Jazz will be determined to secure a victory on their home court, having suffered defeats in both of their previous matches against the LA Clippers.
Portland Trail Blazers
The Portland Trail Blazers experienced a lackluster NBA season in the previous year. They struggled to establish themselves during the regular season and ultimately ended up in the 13th spot within the Western Conference, recording a 33-49 win-loss record. On March 31, 2023, the Trail Blazers were officially eliminated from contention for the play-in and playoffs for the second consecutive season, courtesy of the Los Angeles Lakers’ victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves. This marked the conclusion of an era with the departure of their long-time franchise player, Damian Lillard, who had been a part of the team since 2012.
Utah Jazz
The 2022-23 NBA season was disappointing for the Utah Jazz, representing one of their most lackluster performances in recent history. Despite a promising start to the season with a commendable 10-3 record, the Jazz faced a devastating downturn in the middle of the campaign, from which they couldn’t recover. Ultimately, Utah wrapped up the season on a discouraging note, finishing with a 37-45 record and finding themselves in the 12th position in the Western Conference.
Offense
- The Portland Trail Blazers had an average scoring output of 113.4 points per game. In terms of shooting proficiency, they achieved a 47.4% field goal conversion rate, a 36.5% success rate from beyond the 3-point arc, and an accuracy of 79.6% on free throws. The Trail Blazers ranked 18th in offensive performance, with an Adjusted Offensive Rating of 114.6.
- During the 2022-23 NBA regular season, the Utah Jazz averaged 117.1 points per game. They exhibited a 47.3% field goal shooting efficiency and a 35.3% accuracy from beyond the 3-point line. Their free throw success rate stood at 78.6%. The Jazz secured the 10th spot in offensive rankings with an Adjusted Offensive Rating of 115.6.
Defense
- The Portland Trail Blazers permitted an average of 117.4 points per game to their opponents. Their adversaries had a 49.1% field goal success rate and a 37.9% accuracy from beyond the 3-point line. When it came to rebounding, the Trail Blazers averaged 43.2 rebounds per game, and they tallied an average of 7.8 steals and 4.3 blocks per game. In the defense, Portland ranked 27th with an Adjusted Defensive Rating of 118.3.
- The Utah Jazz gave up an average of 118.0 points per game to their opponents. The opposing teams managed to shoot at a 47.3% success rate from the field and had a 36.1% accuracy from beyond the three-point line. In the rebounding department, Utah averaged 43.5 rebounds per game and also tallied per-game averages of 7.8 steals and 4.9 blocks. With an Adjusted Defensive Rating of 116.7, the Jazz were positioned at 23rd place in terms of their defensive performance.
As per the latest stats and betting markets, the Utah Jazz is likely to win this contest.
Spread
- Portland Trail Blazers: +4 (-110)
- Utah Jazz: -4 (-110)
Moneyline
- Portland Trail Blazers: +143
- Utah Jazz: -172
In the NBA regular season, the Utah Jazz and the Portland Trail Blazers have faced each other a total of 203 times. The Utah Jazz lead in the series with 111 victories, whereas the Portland Trail Blazers have secured 92 wins.
When we examine their most recent five matchups, the Trail Blazers emerged victorious in three games, while the Jazz claimed victory in two. Their last encounter occurred during the previous season on March 22, 2023, with the Portland Trail Blazers prevailing with a final score of 127-115.
Head-to-Head Key Highlights: Last 5 Meetings
- The Number of Home Games won by the Utah Jazz: 0
- The Number of Away Games won by the Portland Trail Blazers: 2
- The Average Number of Total Points scored: 229.8
- The Average Number of Points scored by the Utah Jazz: 115.8
- The Average Number of Points scored by the Portland Trail Blazers: 114.0
Portland Trail Blazers
Anfernee Simons (Shooting Guard)
Jerami Grant (Small Forward)
Skylar Mays (Shooting Guard)
Utah Jazz
Lauri Markkanen (Power Forward)
Jordan Clarkson (Point Guard)
Collin Sexton (Shooting Guard)
The Portland Trail Blazers will need to deliver a top-notch performance to pose a challenge to the Jazz on their home court. They need to bring out their best this season in the absence of Damian Lillard. Meanwhile, the Utah Jazz will be determined to assert their dominance over the Trail Blazers as they aim to clinch their first victory of the season.
