Utah Jazz - Oklahoma City Thunder predictions and free betting tips [07/02/2024]

The Oklahoma City Thunder and Utah Jazz will collide at the Delta Center on Wednesday morning.

Utah Jazz

The Jazz have been under the weather recently, suffering 6 losses in their last 9 outings. However, a victory over Milwaukee Bucks at a scoreline of 123:108 on Monday kindled a glimmer of hope for the recovery of their form. Even though they hit a rough patch in the second quarter when they conceded 37 points and trailed by 19 points, they managed to turn the game around.

The fourth quarter was particularly outstanding, where they dominated the floor, securing 40 points to their opponent’s 13. The victory was crucial for Utah Jazz given their recent failures. It boosted their confidence and underscored their resilience in face of trials, managing to keep their emotions at bay and muster their strength at critical moments in the game. 

Oklahoma City Thunder

The Thunder are in a stunning form, having won 8 out of their last 10 matches, and are hot on the heels for their fourth consecutive victory following an exhilarating overtime against Toronto Raptors on Monday, ending in a scoreline of 135:127. Five players from the team were able to secure at least 20 points each, shining as a key success factor. A franchise-record three-point shots underscored their mastery in attack. 

The grit and mutual trust among the players were key to overcoming a substantial deficit and reaching a new level of gameplay at the critical crunch-time. This triumph not only underscores their excellent form but also bolsters Thunder's position as a robust and cohesive squad that can withstand challenges and emerge victorious, even in the most tense and unpredictable situations on the basketball arena.

Utah Jazz vs Oklahoma City Thunder Match Prediction

Oklahoma City Thunder are perpetuating absentees in Jalen Williams and Tre Mann while Utah Jazz will show up for the game with a full squad. Thunder are approaching the ensuing clash with a substantial energy bank after their victory in the strenuous double overtime against Toronto Raptors, whereas Jazz managed to pull through from the rut securing a win in their last match against Milwaukee Bucks. Thunder are considered the favourites for this meet given their stature as one of the leading teams in the league, and my placement is on their triumph.