Utah Jazz vs. Los Angeles Lakers Betting Preview & Predictions
Game Details
- Matchup: Utah Jazz (12-39) vs. Los Angeles Lakers (31-19)
- Date: Monday, February 10, 2025
- Time: 10:30 PM EST
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena – Los Angeles, CA
- TV/Streaming: ESPN
Betting Odds (via DraftKings Sportsbook)
- Moneyline: Jazz +589 | Lakers -885
- Spread: Lakers -12.5 (-110) | Jazz +12.5 (-110)
- Over/Under: 233 (O: -110 | U: -110)
Recent Team Performance
Utah Jazz
- Have lost two straight after a 130-110 loss to the Clippers.
- Road struggles: Just 7-21 away from home with a -7 point differential.
- Key Players: Lauri Markkanen (leading scorer), Jordan Clarkson, and Collin Sexton.
Los Angeles Lakers
- 8-2 in their last 10 home games, showing strong form.
- LeBron James (ankle) and Luka Dončić (calf) were out last game, but Austin Reaves stepped up with a 45-point performance.
- Key Players: LeBron James (expected to play), Anthony Davis, and Austin Reaves.
Injury Report
Utah Jazz
- Walker Kessler (illness) – Questionable
- Kris Dunn (knee) – Out
Los Angeles Lakers
- LeBron James (ankle) – Probable
- Luka Dončić (calf) – Expected to play
Expert Picks & Predictions
Moneyline Pick: Jazz ML (+589) (High-Risk Value Play)
- The Lakers are heavy favorites, but at +589 odds, the Jazz are an interesting longshot bet.
- Upset potential? Unlikely, but if Dončić is limited in minutes, Utah could keep it close.
- Verdict: Avoid unless taking a high-risk, small stake on Utah.
Spread Pick: Jazz +12.5 (-110) (Best Bet)
- The Jazz covered the spread in 4 of their last 6 games despite recent losses.
- The Lakers could take their foot off the gas late if they build an early lead.
- Best Bet: Jazz +12.5 to cover the spread.
Over/Under Pick: Over 233 (-110)
- The Jazz defense is allowing over 120 PPG in recent games, and the Lakers offense has been on fire.
- If LeBron and Dončić both play, expect a fast-paced, high-scoring game.
- Projection: Game total around 235-240 points, so take the Over 233.
Final Score Prediction
✅ Lakers 125, Jazz 115
Best Bets:
✔️ Jazz +12.5 (-110) (Best Play)
✔️ Over 233 (-110) (Solid Play)
✔️ Small value play on Jazz ML (+589) (High Risk)
