Milwaukee Bucks Vs Utah Jazz Prediction, Preview, And Betting Odds
The Utah Jazz and Milwaukee Bucks are set to clash in an exciting matchup on Monday, January 08, 2024, at 06:00 PM ET at the Fiserv Forum (Milwaukee). Here’s a comprehensive preview of the game, including betting odds, and a game prediction.
- Date: Monday, January 08, 2024
- Time: 6:00 PM CST
- Location: Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee, WI
- TV: NBA TV
Match Prediction Utah Jazz vs Milwaukee Bucks
This is a tough matchup to call. The Bucks are playing better basketball right now, but the Jazz are a tough team at home. Giannis Antetokounmpo is going to be tough to stop, but Rudy Gobert will be a force in the paint. Ultimately, I think the Bucks’ superior firepower will be too much for the Jazz to handle.
Pick: Bucks -7.5 (-110)
Head to Head
- Overall: The Jazz hold a 29-13 advantage in the all-time series.
- Recent Trends: Bucks won 3 of the last 5 meetings, including a 144-116 blowout in March 2023.
- Home/Away Split: The Bucks have struggled in Utah, losing 8 of their last 10 visits. Jazz tend to fare better at home, winning 6 of their last 8 against the Bucks.
Utah Jazz vs Milwaukee Bucks Preview
- Milwaukee Bucks (29-10): The Bucks are one of the hottest teams in the NBA, winning 10 of their last 12 games. Giannis Antetokounmpo is playing MVP-caliber basketball, averaging 32.5 points, 12.1 rebounds, and 6.0 assists per game. Khris Middleton has missed the last four games due to knee soreness, but his return is expected soon. Jrue Holiday has been solid alongside Giannis, averaging 20.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 7.0 assists per game.
- Utah Jazz (23-16): The Jazz have been up and down this season, but they’ve won four of their last six games. Donovan Mitchell is leading the charge, averaging 28.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 5.6 assists per game. Lauri Markkanen has been a pleasant surprise, averaging 19.0 points and 8.6 rebounds per game. The Jazz will need Rudy Gobert to have a big game against Giannis in the paint.
Milwaukee Bucks vs Utah Jazz Betting Odds
- Moneyline: Bucks -250, Jazz +210
- Spread: Bucks -7.5 (-110), Jazz +7.5 (-110)
- Over/Under: 232.5 (Over -110, Under -110)
FAQs for Utah Jazz vs Milwaukee Bucks
Are the Utah Jazz popular?
Utah Jazz number of Facebook fans/Twitter followers 2012-2023. Between April 2023 and October 2023, the Twitter following of the National Basketball Association (NBA) franchise Utah Jazz increased to 1.28 million. Meanwhile, the number of likes on the team’s Facebook page decreased slightly to 3.1 million.
Is the Utah Jazz a good team?
The Jazz are an elite rebounding team
Utah is #2 in the NBA in rebounding and is the #1 team in the league at offensive rebounds. The Jazz have great size and are taking advantage by getting offensive rebounds and scoring the ball off of those offensive rebounds.
What is the history of the Utah Jazz?
The franchise began as an expansion team in the 1974–75 season as the New Orleans Jazz (as a tribute to New Orleans’ history of originating jazz music). The Jazz relocated from New Orleans to Salt Lake City on June 8, 1979. The Jazz were one of the least successful teams in the league in their early years.
What state is known for jazz?
Jazz is a music genre that originated in the African-American communities of New Orleans, Louisiana, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with its roots in blues and ragtime.
Why is jazz so popular?
Americans sought joy from the dark times of the war. Jazz music quickly became popular because of its upbeat tempo and its ability to bring crowds from toe-tapping to learning a new style of dance called the Charleston.
Conclusion
This is a tough matchup to call. The Bucks are playing better basketball right now, but the Jazz are a tough team at home. Giannis Antetokounmpo is going to be tough to stop, but Rudy Gobert will be a force in the paint. Ultimately, I think the Bucks’ superior firepower will be too much for the Jazz to handle.
