Jazz vs. Bucks Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on January 27th, 2025

Arena and City where Jazz vs. Bucks will be playing

An NBA spectacle is on the horizon – the Jazz will go head-to-head with the Bucks on January 27th, 2025, in Salt Lake City, UT at Delta Center. Boost your betting strategy with our expert picks and predictions.

Introduction to the Jazz vs. Bucks betting tip and prediction

This NBA matchup on January 27th, 2025, at 20:00 features a collision between the Western Conference and Eastern Conference. The Jazz enters as 9 point underdogs in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the Jazz won, 123-108. The over/under for the upcoming game is 236.5 points.

The 2024-2025 basketball season has made it abundantly clear how important the 3-point shot is to the game. Let's examine how different teams are succeeding from long distance. The Jazz is currently nailing 35.5% of their 3-pointers, highlighting their precision in long-range shooting. In contrast, the Bucks are converting on 38.9% of their 3-point attempts, showcasing their proficiency in long-range shooting. As for shot selection, the Jazz is dedicating 45% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Bucks are taking 42% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Utah Jazz

How is the Jazz playing this season?

The Jazz comes into this game with a 10-33 record, and they are currently 15th in the Western Conference standings. The Jazz is 2-8 in their last 10 games.

Did the Jazz win their most recent game?

No, Jazz fell to the Grizzlies, 125-103. Lauri Markkanen scored 21 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Jazz

The leading scorer for the Jazz this season is Lauri Markkanen, who is averaging 19.7 points per game. He scored 21 points on 8-for-15 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Bucks. In the last game, he scored 23.5 points in DraftKings and 23.2 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Jazz

Coming into the January 27th, 2025 contest, Walker Kessler leads the Jazz with 11.4 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 33.5 points in DraftKings and 34.5 fantasy points in FanDuel. Keyonte George has a team-high 5.8 assists per game. He scored 21.75 DraftKings points and 21.1 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Jazz is Taylor Hendricks (1.7 steals per game) In terms of swatting shots, Walker Kessler is leading the way for the Jazz with 2.4 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 33.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 34.5 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Jazz Team Analysis

The Jazz' point differential this season is -7.2 points per game, which ranks 26th in the NBA. They are averaging 111.3 points per game while allowing 118.5 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Jazz is making 13.8 shots per game, which ranks 13th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Jazz is making 17.9 per game, which ranks 8th in the NBA.

Projected Jazz Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Bucks, the Jazz' starting lineup consisted of John Collins, Lauri Markkanen, Simone Fontecchio, Collin Sexton and Kris Dunn. For the upcoming matchup, the Jazz has the following injuries: Jordan Clarkson is out (heel), John Collins is questionable (illness) Taylor Hendricks is out (ankle), Johnny Juzang is out (hand) and Cody Williams is questionable (foot).

Milwaukee Bucks

How are the Bucks playing this season?

The Bucks head this game with a 25-18 record, and they are currently 4th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Bucks are 8-2 in their last 10 games.

Did the Bucks win their most recent game?

No, Bucks came up short against the Clippers, 127-117. Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 33 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Bucks

The leading scorer for the Bucks this season is Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is averaging 31.4 points per game. Giannis Antetokounmpo also leads the team in minutes played per game with 36.19. He scored 33 points on 11-for-15 shooting in his previous regular season meeting against the Jazz. In the last game, scored 55.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 52.1 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo is leading the way with 12 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 55.25 points in DraftKings and 52.1 in FanDuel. Damian Lillard is dishing out a team-high 7.3 assists per game. He has 63.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 58 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Bucks' leader is Damian Lillard with 1.3 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 63.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 58 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Bucks is Brook Lopez, who is sending back 2 shots per game. He scored 27 DraftKings fantasy points and 28.3 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Bucks Team Analysis

The Bucks' point differential this season is 3.2 points per game, which ranks 9th in the NBA. They are averaging 114.3 points per game while allowing 111.1 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Bucks are making 14.3 shots per game, which ranks 7th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Bucks are making 16.6 per game, which ranks 18th in the NBA.

Projected Bucks' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Jazz, the Bucks' starting five were Bobby Portis, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jae Crowder, Malik Beasley and Damian Lillard. For the upcoming matchup, Bucks has the following injuries: A.J. Green is questionable (quadricep), AJ Johnson is out (illness), and Bobby Portis is questionable (personal).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

According to Vegas, it is a toss-up for the Jazz and Bucks game. Although it is a pick’em, the suggestion is to bet at the Bucks.

Money Line betting suggestion

Jazz is a 9 money line underdog for the game against the Bucks, and the suggestion is to pick the Bucks.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Jazz and Bucks is 236.5 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Jazz and Bucks have combined for just 3 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.