Rafael Guillén
This matchup between the Pelicans vs Jazz will serve as a litmus test for Utah as they take on a squad that, based on their current record, intends to keep cruising. God help a squad that faces off against New Orleans.
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Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the New Orleans Pelicans vs Utah Jazz NBA Regular Season Game on December 15, 2022
- Where: Vivint Arena – Salt Lake City, Utah
- When: Wednesday, December 14, 2022, 9:00 PM E.T.
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Betting on the New Orleans Pelicans
- Season record: 18-9
- BetMGM Spread: (To be defined)
- BetMGM Moneyline: (Not defined)
- BetMGM Over/Under: (Undefined)
7 victories in a row. In New Orleans, they might be wondering how it would feel to lose. Following two games against the Suns, who are not an easy opponent but went through a skid, they will play Utah in another doubleheader in Salt Lake City. This is always a complicated scenario.
Their recent game cost them some effort; after defeating Phoenix 129–124 behind outstanding performances from Zion Williamson and Jonas Valanciunas, they were a touch worn out. Valanciunas pulled down 10 rebounds, while Williamson scored 35 points. They had a lot of character during the game as they came back from being behind on the scoreboard multiple times.
Not only is there pressure to keep the streak going, there is pressure from the Grizzlies who are very close to them, since a loss could put them in second place. There is still a long way to go, but there’s no need to lose the advantage they have now.
Betting on the Utah Jazz
- Season record: 15-14
- BetMGM Spread: (To be defined)
- BetMGM Moneyline: (Not defined)
- BetMGM Over/Under: (Undefined)
The Jazz are not doing as well as the Bucks, but they are trying to gain positions. They have two consecutive losses against serious teams such as the Timberwolves and the Nuggets.
They have lost a lot of gas in the last periods, which has cost them games. In both games, they were unable to hold onto leads, and against powerful opposition, it is obvious that they lack reliable players since the secondary does not perform as expected. They have a 9-5 home record, which bodes well for them, and their most recent doubleheader versus Memphis resulted in victory. Can they defeat the powerful Pelicans once more?
JefeBet Prediction
The Pelicans should win, according to logic, but let’s see: they already faced the Jazz and defeated them 122-121, and the visiting Pelicans are only 6-5 overall and not very reliable. Due to this, we predict Utah will shock everyone by defeating New Orleans.
It’s very difficult to overcome the Salt Lake team, and the Jazz already know how to handle the Pelicans, who, despite their recent success, will suffer as a result. They had to lose one day.
Prediction: Utah Jazz Moneyline
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