The San Antonio Spurs (4-24) welcome the Utah Jazz (12-18) to Frost Bank Center Tuesday. Tip is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s'lines around the Jazz vs. Spurs odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: First meeting; split last season 2-2
The Spurs lost to the Dallas Mavericks 144-119 Saturday, failing to cover as 8-point underdogs. They are 1-3 against the spread (ATS) over their last 4 games and 11-17 ATS on the season. San Antonio has covered 2 of its last 3 at home. It has lost outright in 4 straight games. The Spurs are led by F Victor Wembanyama, who is averaging 18.5 points per game (PPG) this season. The French phenom is questionable for Tuesday with a sprained ankle.
The Jazz beat the Toronto Raptors 126-119 Saturday, covering as 5.5-point underdogs. Utah has won 3 of its last 4 and has covered in each win. It is 16-14 ATS on the season and 5-2 ATS over its last 7. The Jazz are 3-4 ATS over their last 7 on the road. They are led by F Lauri Markkanen, who is averaging 23.7 PPG.