Utah Jazz vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction for 4/7

The Utah Jazz will visit the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center. The game is set for Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 8:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on KJZZ.

Both teams are looking to break their losing streaks. The Jazz have lost their last nine games, while the Pelicans have lost eight in a row. Both teams are eager to improve their standings in the Western Conference.

Jazz vs Pelicans Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Utah Jazz vs. New Orleans Pelicans
  • Venue: Smoothie King Center
  • Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Jazz +11.5 (-112), Pelicans -11.5 (-109)

Utah Jazz Team Preview

The Utah Jazz are struggling this season. They have lost their last five games. Their defense has been a concern, allowing 125.9 points per game, which ranks last in the league.

On the offensive side, the Jazz score 117.1 points per game. This ranks them ninth in the league. They also rank high in assists, averaging 29.4 per game, which is third in the league.

Key players like Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson Jr. are out due to injuries. This leaves the team relying on players like Brice Sensabaugh and Kyle Filipowski. Injuries have impacted their performance and depth in recent games.

New Orleans Pelicans Team Preview

The New Orleans Pelicans are looking to improve after some recent tough losses. In their last game against the Orlando Magic, the Pelicans fell short by four points, with a final score of 112-108. Saddiq Bey was the standout player, scoring 32 points and grabbing six rebounds.

Throughout the season, the Pelicans have averaged 114.8 points per game. They rank 18th in this category. Their shooting accuracy has been at 46.5%, placing them 19th in the league.

The Pelicans face some challenges with injuries. Trey Murphy III is out with an ankle sprain, and Bryce McGowens is sidelined due to a toe injury. Dejounte Murray and Karlo Matković are listed as questionable for the upcoming game.

BTB Betting Pick

The Pelicans are favored by 11.5 points against the Jazz. Given the Jazz’s defensive struggles, allowing 125.9 points per game, the Pelicans could cover the spread. The projected score is Pelicans 130, Jazz 118, which supports taking the Pelicans at -11.5.

The total for the game is set at 242 points. Both teams have shown weak defense, with the Jazz allowing 125.9 points per game and the Pelicans allowing 119.4. With a projected total of 248 points, betting the over at 242 seems like a solid choice.