The Utah Jazz (4-11) welcome the New Orleans Pelicans (9-7) to Delta Center Saturday. Tip is set for 9:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s'lines around the Pelicans vs. Jazz odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: First meeting; Utah won 3-0 last season
The Jazz lost to the Portland Trail Blazers 121-105 Wednesday, failing to cover as 3.5-point road favorites. Utah has lost 4 in a row and is 2-2 against the spread (ATS) in that span. It is 7-8 ATS on the season. The Jazz are led by F Lauri Markkanen, who is averaging 23.7 points per game.
The Pelicans beat the Los Angeles Clippers 116-106 Friday, covering as 5.5-point road underdogs. New Orleans has covered 6 in a row and has been an underdog in each. It is 10-5-1 ATS on the season and 3-2-1 ATS on the road. The Pelicans are led by F Brandon Ingram, who is averaging 24.5 points per game.