Utah Jazz vs Toronto Raptors Betting Pick & Prediction 3/7/25
In a non-conference matchup, the Utah Jazz (15-47) travel to take on the Toronto Raptors (20-42) at Scotiabank Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 ET and the game will be televised on KJZZ.
The Raptors (-217) are favored by 5.5 points over the Jazz (+181) and the over/under line is set at 229.5. Toronto has won two straight games, while Utah has lost three in a row.
UTAH JAZZ VS TORONTO RAPTORS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Utah Jazz +5.5
This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 7:30 ET on Friday, March 7th.
WHY BET THE UTAH JAZZ:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 96-67 in favor of the Jazz.
- Our projections have Collin Sexton finishing with 18 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists.
- From the field, we have the Jazz finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.1% and knocking down 11 threes.
Can The Jazz Secure a Road Victory?
Utah’s season record fell to 15-47 following a 125-122 road loss to the Wizards on Wednesday. The Jazz were +5.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread, losing by just three points. The game’s total score of 247 points exceeded the O/U line of 230.5 by 16.5 points.
After a 32-32 tie in the 1st quarter, Utah fell behind by 7 points in the 2nd quarter. They outscored Washington 36-34 in the 3rd and 31-29 in the 4th but couldn’t complete the comeback after entering the final quarter down 96-91.
Johnny Juzang led the Jazz with 27 points and 7 rebounds, hitting 5 threes at a 55.6% clip in their 125-122 loss to the Wizards. He shot 66.7% from the field overall, and poured in 13 points in the 4th quarter. Kyle Filipowski added 23 points and 13 rebounds, scoring 10 points in the 2nd quarter and another 6 in the 4th.
Isaiah Collier contributed 19 points and 6 assists, with 7 points in the 3rd quarter and 5 more in the 4th. The Jazz hit 14 threes, shooting 35% from deep and 46.5% overall. Brice Sensabaugh chipped in 15 points, including 8 in the 1st quarter and 7 in the 3rd.
Defensively, the Jazz gave up 125 points to the Wizards, who shot 44% from the field. Utah allowed 32 points in the 1st quarter and 34 in the 3rd, but they held Washington to 29 points in the 4th.
The Jazz struggled to contain the Wizards from beyond the arc, giving up 17 threes on 36% shooting. They also sent Washington to the line 29 times, where they made 24 free throws. Utah finished with 5 steals and 3 blocks.
Is a Home Win Possible for the Raptors?
The Raptors improved to 20-42 this season after a narrow 114-113 win over the Magic on Tuesday. Toronto, who were +6.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 227 exceeded the O/U line of 206 by 21 points.
Toronto and Orlando were tied at 22 after the 1st quarter, but the Magic took control in the 2nd, outscoring the Raptors 32-27. Toronto responded with a strong 3rd quarter, holding Orlando to 19 points while scoring 31. Despite being outscored 40-34 in the 4th, the Raptors held on for the win.
RJ Barrett led the Raptors with 21 points and 9 assists in their win over the Magic, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 3 threes at a 50% clip. Scottie Barnes, Jakob Poeltl, and Ja’Kobe Walter each added 17 points, with Walter also connecting on 2 threes at 50%.
The Raptors made 12 threes as a team, shooting 40% from beyond the arc and 47.5% overall. Barrett scored 10 of his points in the 2nd quarter, while A.J. Lawson contributed 8 of his 13 points in the 4th.
Defensively, the Raptors had strong performances in the 1st and 3rd quarters, allowing just 22 and 19 points, respectively, but struggled in the 4th, giving up 40 points. Despite this, they managed to hold off the Magic and secure the win.
Toronto allowed Orlando to shoot 48% from the field and 41% from three, with the Magic making 15 threes. The Raptors also sent the Magic to the line 23 times, where they converted 18 free throws. Toronto finished with 35 defensive rebounds, gave up 7 offensive boards, and recorded 7 steals and 8 blocks.