- Matchup: Utah Jazz vs Los Angeles Clippers
- Date: Thursday, January 1, 2026
- Venue: Intuit Dome, Inglewood, CA
- Broadcast: FanDuel Sports Network
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The Utah Jazz (12-19) are set to clash with the Los Angeles Clippers (10-21) at the Intuit Dome this Thursday.
In their previous game, the Jazz triumphed over the Spurs with a scoreline of 127-114. Utah showcased an impressive field goal percentage of 54.2% (45 out of 83) along with a solid 17 of 37 from beyond the arc. At the free throw line, the Jazz converted 20 of 26 for a rate of 76.9%. On the boards, they collected a total of 37 rebounds, including 7 offensive, and provided 34 assists while forcing their opponents into 12 turnovers and recording 9 steals. Defensively, Utah allowed San Antonio to shoot 43.4% from the floor (43 of 99) while the Spurs registered 30 assists and secured 46 rebounds (15 offensive). San Antonio also shot 85.7% from the charity stripe, sinking 18 of 21 attempts, and made 10 of 44 three-point attempts. The foul count showed 19 for the Jazz and 22 for the Spurs.
Lauri Markkanen played a pivotal role in the game, finishing with an impressive shooting percentage of 68.8% from the field, totaling 29 points on 11 of 16 shooting, along with 5 rebounds and 1 assist in 34 minutes of play.
As they prepare for this matchup, Utah holds a 12-19 record this season. The team averages 15.9 turnovers per game and commits 22.8 personal fouls nightly. Utah collects 45.2 rebounds per game and has accumulated 938 assists this season, ranking 3rd in the league for team assists. The Jazz are shooting 35.6% from three-point range (437 of 1,227) and converting 80.9% of their free throw attempts. They score an average of 120.5 points per game, placing them 4th in the league, and maintain a field goal percentage of 46.0%.
Defensively, the Jazz force 13.6 turnovers per game and draw 22.6 fouls. They rank 29th in the league in assists allowed, giving up 946 for the year. Utah permits opponents to shoot 49.1% from the field and allows 44.7 rebounds per game. They surrender 37.8% from outside and are last in points allowed per game (127.1).
In their last outing, the Clippers secured victory with a 112-99 win over the Pistons. Los Angeles allowed Detroit to grab 45 rebounds (15 offensive) and hit just 24.1% from beyond the arc (7 of 29). They capitalized on free throw opportunities, converting 24 out of 28 (85.7%). Detroit shot 41.5% (34 of 82) from the field against the Clippers, who managed a shooting percentage of 46.7% (35 of 75) overall, including 14 of 34 from three-point territory (41.2%). The Clippers shot an impressive 96.6% from the free throw line, making 28 out of 29 attempts. The Pistons committed 20 fouls, allowing the Clippers 29 attempts from the line. Both teams had 12 turnovers, while Los Angeles secured 35 total rebounds (27 defensive, 8 offensive).
Kawhi Leonard was a standout performer for the Clippers, scoring 55 points in 39 minutes, along with 2 assists. He shot 17 of 26 for a 65.4% field goal percentage and grabbed 11 rebounds.
The Clippers have a current record of 10-21 this season, averaging 20.1 personal fouls per game and excelling at the free throw line with an 84.4% conversion rate. They dish out 23.5 assists, ranking 30th in the league, and average 15.8 turnovers per game. Los Angeles has accumulated 3,457 total points this season (111.5 per game) and records an average of 40.5 rebounds per contest. Their offensive efficiency is at 47.2%, 14th in the league.
Defensively, Los Angeles ranks 12th in points allowed per game (114.8) while forcing 13.4 turnovers per game. Opponents shoot 47.4% from the floor against them, ranking 19th overall. The Clippers yield 37.6% on 3-point attempts and allow 26.1 assists and 42.5 rebounds per game, placing them 12th and 9th in the league, respectively.
Who will cover the spread in tonight’s NBA matchup?
Recommendation: Bet on Utah
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