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Utah returns home looking sharper and more cohesive than expected through the first two games. The Jazz are playing with rhythm, spacing, and defensive buy-in, and that continuity has given them an early-season edge against teams still sorting out identity. Matchups built on system stability over raw talent often play out the same way as others featured in the NBA previews where execution beats volatility. Phoenix brings more star power, but their defense has been the liability on this road trip. They have struggled to contain paint touches and rotation timing, which has led to extended opponent runs. Those defensive gaps show up fast in the odds when similar teams fail to travel well, a trend reflected on the NBA

The Penguins return home looking to rebound from a shootout loss, but they will do it without Rickard Rakell, their top-line finisher from last season. His absence shifts workload onto Crosby and Rust, but Pittsburgh’s offensive structure remains intact because the creation engine hasn’t changed. These lineup adjustments and recent market movement fit the same early-season trend patterns you’ll find on the NHL scores and odds where roster attrition impacts finishing rate more than chance generation. St. Louis arrives in the opposite form — not short on bodies, but short on defensive stability. They have been bleeding goals, surrendering 13 across the last two games and 24 in their last five. Even if Robert Thomas suits up, the Blues’ issue

The Bruins come into this matchup looking to build off a much-needed win, ending their six-game skid with a full-team effort built on blocked shots, forecheck pressure, and strong goaltending. They are finally playing with structure again, which matters against a Senators team that has leaned heavily on short scoring runs without its captain. You can see how these momentum corrections show up across other matchups on the NHL scores and odds page when teams regain defensive identity after a slump. Ottawa enters with back-to-back strong results, but the loss of Brady Tkachuk still changes their offensive shape. They can score off movement and passing, but they no longer have the same net-front disruption or interior pressure that drives playoff-style

Both teams are 2–1, but the paths are different. Memphis leans on pace and rim pressure through Ja Morant, plus real rookie minutes that add volatility. Golden State rides Stephen Curry’s shooting gravity, and the offense spikes at home when turnovers stay in check. The opening number reflects a clear power gap, which you can compare against similar matchups on the NBA scores and odds to see how pace-heavy underdogs fare against elite shooting teams. Memphis brings speed, free throws, and improved depth at guard, but they still give up runs when the halfcourt slows. Golden State punishes those stalls. Curry bends coverage, shooters trail into clean looks, and the Warriors can flip a game in two minutes when extra