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Oklahoma City Thunder vs Utah Jazz Betting Preview
Oklahoma City returns home looking to reassert its identity after a rare rough stretch. After a historic 24-1 start, the Thunder are 6-6 since mid-December and are coming off their worst loss of the season, a 124-97 defeat in Charlotte. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made it clear the focus is internal, especially on defense, where standards remain high despite recent slippage.
Utah arrives struggling to find traction. The Jazz have lost four straight and eight of their last 10, with defensive breakdowns continuing to define their season. Coach Will Hardy has emphasized the need for defensive buy-in as Utah works through growing pains with a young roster.
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Line Movement and Odds
Oklahoma City opened -13.5 and has moved to -15, reflecting market confidence in a focused bounce-back at home. Utah sits at +15, with limited support after recent defensive struggles.
The total opened at 232.5 and has dipped to 230.5, driven by Oklahoma City’s defensive profile and Utah’s recent inefficiency. Moneyline pricing strongly favors the Thunder, with most attention centered on the spread.
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Matchup Breakdown
Oklahoma City’s edge remains defense. Even during this lull, the Thunder rank near the top of the league in defensive efficiency. When they force turnovers and control the paint, transition opportunities follow. Gilgeous-Alexander continues to set the tone, and Oklahoma City has dominated the season series so far.
Utah’s challenge is sustainability. The Jazz rank last in defensive efficiency and struggle to string together stops. Rookie development remains the priority, but missing Ace Bailey removes a key scoring option. Against a disciplined Thunder team, Utah must limit early runs to stay competitive.
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Injuries and Conditions
Oklahoma City Thunder
- Isaiah Hartenstein, calf, out
- Jaylin Williams, heel, out
See full Oklahoma City Thunder injury report.
Utah Jazz
- Ace Bailey, hip, out
- Walker Kessler, elbow, questionable
See full Utah Jazz injury report.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Oklahoma City has controlled this matchup all season and should respond with defensive urgency. Utah’s defensive issues make it difficult to keep pace, especially on the road.
Projected Score: Thunder 119, Jazz 102
Best Bet: Thunder -15
Secondary Lean: Under 230.5
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