They might not be live betting favourites in the NBA, but Utah’s climb in the Western Conference standings proves that they are the real deal.
Currently at fifth, behind the Clippers, Rockets, Spurs and Warriors, the Jazz have been crushing the betting tips with their fantastic winning basketball. Hence, as they return to action this Sunday, they are expected to turn around the betting odds once again.
Los Angeles Lakers @ LA Clippers (January 15, 04:30 GMT+8)
The Clippers have won five in a row now since Chris Paul returned from a hamstring injury, and they are unlikely to be stopped by the Lakers who are suffering a test of confidence following a pair of blowout losses to the Spurs and Trail Blazers.
Not to mention that the Clips have some unfinished business following their Christmas day showdown.
With that said, go for the Clippers -10.50 for 1.89.
New Orleans Pelicans @ Chicago Bulls (January 15, 06:00 GMT+8)
Anthony Davis has been a consistent force for the soaring Pelicans, so he’ll be tasked to tear the Bulls down when they visit United Center. Chicago’s scoring have plummeted in the absence of Jimmy Butler (illness), and even if he returns, there is no guarantee that he can immediately play on the same level that earned him last week’s Player of the Week honours.
San Antonio Spurs @ Phoenix Suns (January 15, 07:00 GMT+8)
Following their 40-point thrashing of Los Angeles, San Antonio will take on Phoenix with another blowout win and a season series sweep in sight. The Suns are still struggling to find some consistency; and although Devin Booker and Eric Bledsoe can suddenly explode, they aren’t expected to pose much of a challenge against the Spurs’ top-notch defence led by Kawhi Leonard.
If you’re punting, the Spurs -11.50 for 2.00 should be a good bet.
Philadelphia 76ers @ Washington Wizards (January 15, 09:00 GMT+8)
Philadelphia are on a roll, and they will enter this battle full of energy and confidence after extending their winning run to three. The primary concern for them, however, is their fitness as they will be playing the second game of a back-to-back – the first one a gruelling affair against the Hornets.
Nevertheless, if Joel Embiid can continue his consistent scoring, they could very well take the W against a team they defeated in their first meeting.
Orlando Magic @ Utah Jazz (January 15, 10:00 GMT+8)
Although this game should be an interesting frontcourt battle between Orlando’s Nikola Vucevic and Serge Ibaka and Utah’s Rudy Gobert and Derrick Favors, the Jazz depth and quality undoubtedly give them an advantage.
Utah are also fully healthy and have been a force to be reckoned with George Hill and Gordon Hayward playing together, so the Magic – who have nothing to boast on the offensive end – won’t have their hopes up.
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