Utah Jazz vs Oklahoma City Thunder Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/7

The Utah Jazz are set to play against the Oklahoma City Thunder at the Paycom Center. This game will take place on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 8:00 PM. Fans can watch the game on KJZZ.

The Jazz come into this game with a record of 12-23. They have struggled recently, losing their last four games. On the other side, the Thunder hold a strong 30-7 record. They are at the top of the Western Conference and the Northwest Division, despite losing their last two games.

Jazz vs Thunder Game Day Info

• Sport: NBA
• Teams: Utah Jazz vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
• Venue: Paycom Center
• Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
• Betting Odds: Thunder -18.5 (-108), Jazz +18.5 (-114)

Utah Jazz Team Preview

The Utah Jazz have been struggling in recent games, with losses against the Trail Blazers, Warriors, and Clippers. Against Portland, they scored 117 points but allowed 137. Lauri Markkanen led the team with 22 points, while Jusuf Nurkić added 21 points and 12 rebounds.

In their game against the Warriors, the Jazz lost 114-123. Markkanen shone again with 35 points, and Keyonte George contributed 22 points and nine assists. Despite a high field goal percentage, the team couldn’t secure a win.

The Jazz’s season stats show strong offensive numbers, scoring 119.6 points per game. However, they have the highest points allowed per game in the league at 127.0. With injuries affecting key players like Walker Kessler, the team faces challenges on defense.

Oklahoma City Thunder Team Preview

The Oklahoma City Thunder have been performing well on offense this season. They rank second in points per game with 121.2 and have a strong field goal percentage of 49.1, placing them third in the league. Their effective field goal percentage is also impressive, ranking fourth at 56.6.

Defensively, the Thunder excel in several areas. They allow the fewest points per game at 107.6 and have the best field goal percentage defense at 43.4. The team also limits opponents’ two-point attempts and percentages, both ranking first in the league.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads the Thunder with 31.6 points per game. Chet Holmgren contributes with 18.1 points and 8.2 rebounds per game. Despite strong performances, the team faces challenges with injuries, including players like Alex Caruso and Isaiah Hartenstein being out.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, take the Jazz at +18.5. The Thunder are favored, but the Jazz have a strong offense, scoring 119.6 points per game. The projected score is Thunder 125, Jazz 110, making the Jazz cover the spread.

For the over/under pick, choose the under at 242.5. The Thunder allow only 107.6 points per game, which is the best in the league. The projected total is 235, so the under is the safer choice.