San Antonio Spurs vs Utah Jazz Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/22

The San Antonio Spurs will play against the Utah Jazz at the Delta Center on Thursday, January 22, 2026. The game starts at 9:00 PM and will be shown on KJZZ. The Spurs are having a strong season with a 30-14 record, while the Jazz are looking to improve their 15-29 record.
San Antonio recently lost to the Houston Rockets but won their previous game against Utah. The Spurs have a mix of players who contribute across the board. The Jazz, led by Keyonte George, won their last game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. They aim to build on that success against San Antonio.
Spurs vs Jazz Game Day Info
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: San Antonio Spurs vs. Utah Jazz
- Venue: Delta Center
- Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
- Betting Odds: Spurs Spread -13.5 (-109), Jazz Spread +13.5 (-114), Spurs MoneyLine -728, Jazz MoneyLine +523, Over/Under 238.5
San Antonio Spurs Team Preview
The San Antonio Spurs have had mixed results in their recent games. They won against the Utah Jazz with a score of 123-110 and against the Minnesota Timberwolves, 126-123. However, they faced a loss to the Houston Rockets, with the Rockets winning 111-106.
Victor Wembanyama has been a key player for the Spurs. He scored 39 points against the Timberwolves and added 33 against the Jazz. His presence in the paint, with an average of 10.8 rebounds per game, is crucial for the team’s success.
In the backcourt, De’Aaron Fox and Stephon Castle have been significant contributors. Fox averages 20.2 points per game, while Castle adds 16.9 points and 7 assists per game. Their ability to facilitate and score makes them vital for the Spurs’ offensive strategy.
Utah Jazz Team Preview
The Utah Jazz recently won a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, 127-122. Keyonte George led the team with 43 points, while Jusuf Nurkić recorded a triple-double with 16 points, 18 rebounds, and 10 assists. This victory followed two losses to the Spurs and Mavericks.
The Jazz rank 5th in the league for points per game with 119.3. Their fast pace is shown by their 2nd place ranking in possessions per game. However, their defense struggles, allowing 127.4 points per game, which ranks last in the league.
The team is missing key players due to injuries. Lauri Markkanen and Walker Kessler are both out, and Keyonte George is questionable. Brice Sensabaugh is also uncertain to play due to an illness.
BTB Betting Pick
The Spurs are favored by 13.5 points against the Jazz. San Antonio allows 112.6 points per game, while Utah gives up 127.4 points per game. With the Spurs’ strong defense and the Jazz’s struggles, the Spurs -13.5 is the pick. The projected score is Spurs 125, Jazz 110.
The over/under line is set at 238.5 points. San Antonio scores 117.7 points per game, and Utah scores 119.3 points per game. Given the Jazz’s poor defense, the total score is expected to surpass the line. The recommendation is to take the over at 238.5.