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Jazz vs. Spurs Prediction: Wembanyama Highlights Boxing Day Matchup!

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Published December 26, 2023
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The NBA’s Boxing Day schedule has nine exciting matchups to continue the holiday fun! The Western Conference showdown between the Utah Jazz and San Antonio Spurs is on our radar when the action tips off.

The Utah Jazz (12-18) is currently ranked 12th in the Western Conference, owing to their lack of consistency despite coming into this match on a two-game win streak. The San Antonio Spurs (4-24), lacking in many areas, rest at the bottom of the Western Conference as they try to leverage the star power of Victor Wembanyama against their lack of overall talent.

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Jazz vs. Spurs Prediction

Utah Jazz vs. San Antonio Spurs Betting Odds for Tuesdays, December 26

TeamsSpreadMoneyTotal
Utah Jazz-2.5 (-110)-142O 242.5 (-110)
San Antonio Spurs+2.5 (-110)+120U 242.5 (-110)

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WSN’s Pick

  • Our Pick: Spread - Utah Jazz -2.5 (-110)

The Utah Jazz and San Antonio Spurs are outside the competitive playoff picture this season. The Jazz are on a great run of form, and their frontcourt projects to dominate this matchup with Victor Wembanyama’s status are still in the air. The Jazz’s depth should help them win against the lowly Spurs.

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Head-to-Head: Utah Jazz vs. San Antonio Spurs

Utah JazzHead-to-HeadSan Antonio Spurs
Will HardyHead CoachGregg Popovich
12-18 (12th in West)Standings4-24 (15th in West)
Won 2FormLost 4
112.9 (23rd of 30)Off Rtg107.2 (30th of 30)
119.2 (25th of 30)Def Rtg119.2 (24th of 30)
99.1 (16th of 30) Pace102.4 (3rd of 30)
Leaders (Per Game)
L. Markkanen (23.7) PPGV. Wembanyama (18.5)
L. Markkanen (8.6)RPGV. Wembanyama (10.7)
J. Clarkson / K. George (5.0)APGT. Jones (4.9)
T. Horton-Tucker (1.1)SPGV. Wembanyama (1.4)
W. Kessler (2.7)BPGV. Wembanyama (3.0)
W. Kessler (.592) / L. Markkanen (8.1)FG% / FGMC. Bassey (.725) / V. Wembanyama (6.9)
K. Olynyk (.418) / L. Markkanen (3.2)3P% / 3PMD. McDermott (.441) / D. Vassell (2.5)

Utah Jazz Preview

Despite a promising yet disappointing end to last season, the Utah Jazz haven't made the expected leap. Continuing their five-game road trip, they face the Spurs after winning consecutive games against the Pistons and Raptors. They're rightly favored against the Spurs, who currently sit as the worst team in the conference.

One of the worst two-way teams in the NBA, the Jazz average 113.0 points (21st) while allowing 119.4 points (24th) per game. Their strength lies in their physicality, collecting 46.0 rebounds per game (4th) while allowing just 42.4 boards (6th) from their opponents. They’re led by Finnish forward Lauri Markkanen, who averages 23.7 points and 8.6 rebounds per game.

The Jazz’s injury report includes Keyonte George (Foot) and Talen Horton-Tucker (Foot), both listed as day-to-day and did not play in their last match against the Raptors.

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San Antonio Spurs Preview

The San Antonio Spurs have a bright outlook as they build around French big man Victor Wembanyama. But they have a lot to work on, as their lack of talent has placed them among the worst teams in the conference.

Despite the opportunity against an underachieving Jazz team, the Spurs, plagued by injuries and team struggles, are rightly underdogs. Ranking in the bottom third in various categories, their 45.5% field goal efficiency (28th) and 15.8 turnovers per game (28th) are notable weaknesses. Star rookie Victor Wembanyama leads with 18.5 points, 10.7 rebounds, and 3.0 blocks per game.

The Spurs’ injury report lists Charles Bassey (Knee) as unavailable, set to miss the season with a torn ACL. Rookie star Victor Wembanyama (Ankle) is listed as day-to-day after suffering an ankle injury before his last game.

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How to Watch Utah Jazz vs. San Antonio Spurs

  • Teams: Utah Jazz vs. San Antonio Spurs

  • Location: Frost Bank Center, San Antonio, Texas

  • Date: 8:00 PM EST, Tuesday, December 26, 2023

  • TV: KJZZ, Bally Sports SW-SA

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