LiontipsUtah Jazz - Portland Trail Blazers: NBA match betting tip and bets
Command Analysis
Current form
The Jazz are showing one of the worst results in the league, deservedly taking last place in the Western Conference. The team is far from optimal shape, and one of the reasons is injuries.
Utah lost in the last match to Atlanta (134:147), although they played quite actively and did not let the opponent relax. This defeat was the ninth in a row, so the team has more than enough problems. The wards of Will Hardy will be rebuilt before the new season, but first you need to finish the current one. There's a home game against a motivated Portland ahead, so it's definitely not going to be an easy game.
Disqualifications and injuries
Jordan Clarkson, John Collins, Taylor Hendricks, Lauiri Markkanen and Cody Williams will not play in the next match due to injuries.
Interesting facts for betting
Jazz has not been able to win in the last nine matches.
Approximate line-up: Yuzang - Sensabo, Collier -Filipowski, Sexton.
Current form
Theoretically, the Blazers still have a chance to get into the top 10 of the West. The team improved by the end of the regular season, but it needs to beat Phoenix and Dallas in the standings to stay in the game.
Portland worked out the mistakes after the recent loss to Chicago (113:118) and dealt with San Antonio at home (120:109). The hosts conceded only one quarter to their opponent, otherwise they dominated the floor and confidently sealed the victory. Chauncey Billups' guys are eager to continue the season in the playoffs, so they are especially motivated to go to every match. There is a game ahead against the underdog Utah, so there is hope for continued successful performances.
Disqualifications and injuries
Bryce McGowan and Robert Williams will not play on the floor due to health problems.
Interesting facts for betting
In 3 of the last 5 face-to-face matches, Portland celebrated the victory.
Approximate line-up: Kamara - Tibul, Klingan - Banton, Sharp.
Trends
The rate is the 1st quarter. Utah's victory
In 3 of the last 5 face-to-face matches, the Jazz won in the first quarter.
2.481st quarterbet: total less than 56 points
In 2 of the last 5 face-to-face matches in the first quarter, more than 56 points were scored.
1.93Tip and bets
Even a victory won't change anything for Utah. The team has accepted its role this season and just wants to finish the regular season. Nine defeats in a row indicate serious problems that can hardly be solved quickly.
Portland is more motivated than ever. The team has almost caught up with Phoenix, so there is very little left. The next game will be played away, but against a clear outsider, so there is a good chance to score points and get closer to the coveted tenth place. In our opinion, the guests will achieve their goal.
Our betting tip is a victory for Portland, taking into account the handicap (-5) points in 1.75
Bet on the total
Utah, despite its failures, often acts aggressively in attack. The team is not afraid to take risks and move forward, although it does not bring the desired result. Portland is focused only on winning, so it obviously won't sit back on defense. In our opinion, the rivals are able to break through the total.
Betting Tip - total more than 227 points in 1.67
Betting on statistics
If you consider that Utah's defense is not the most reliable, then the guests will have a chance to prove themselves. Portland is ready to challenge the opponent even on the road, and there is a chance to see a productive game from the guys of Chauncey Billups.
Prediction – Portland's individual total is more than 118.5 points per 1.93
