Los Angeles Clippers vs. Utah Jazz Prediction: Injury Report, Starting 5s, Betting Odds and Spread - November 30 | 2022-23 NBA Season
Los Angeles Clippers will visit the Utah Jazz for the third of four meetings between them this season. The teams have split victories in their two previous meetings in Los Angeles.
The 13-9 Clippers are in fifth place in the Western Conference, largely due to their defense. While the Clippers have been one of the NBA's worst offenses, ranking just 30th in points per game and 28th in offensive rating, they have been very strong defensively, as they are ranked third in both opponents points per game and defensive rating.
The 12-11 Jazz are currently ranked eighth in the Western Conference. Utah have lost their last five games and eight of their last ten. While the Jazz have had a top-five offense, ranking fourth in points per game and fifth in offensive rating, they have struggled defensively, ranking 22nd in opponents per game and 26th in defensive rating.
The Clippers are 6-4 on the road, while the Jazz are 6-3 at home.
Los Angeles Clippers vs. Utah Jazz Match Details
Fixture: Los Angeles Clippers at Utah Jazz
Date and Time: Wednesday, November 30th, 9:00 p.m. EST
Venue: Vivint Arena, Salt Lake City, Utah
Los Angeles Clippers vs. Utah Jazz Injury Report
Los Angeles Clippers will be without star forwards Kawhi Leonard and Paul George, who remain out with a right ankle sprain and right hamstring sprain, respectively. Guard Luke Kennard will also continue to be sidelined with a right calf sprain.
Utah Jazz will be without starting point guard Mike Conley, who remains sidelined with a left leg strain. Forward Rudy Gay will also not suit up due to a left finger sprain. Leandro Bolmaro is questionable as he is yet to return from the concussion protocol.
Los Angeles Clippers vs. Utah Jazz Injury Report
Los Angeles Clippers vs. Utah Jazz Betting Odds and Spread
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Los Angeles Clippers vs. Utah Jazz Starting 5s
Clippers - PG Reggie Jackson, SG Terance Mann, SF Amir Coffey, PF Marcus Morris, C Ivica Zubac
Jazz - PG Collin Sexton, SG Jordan Clarkson, SF Lauri Markkanen, PF Jarred Vanderbilt, C Kelly Olynyk
Los Angeles Clippers vs. Utah Jazz Betting Prediction
Although the Los Angeles Clippers have been without their two stars, they have remained competitive. Additionally, the Utah Jazz have been struggling over the past few weeks. While Utah may end their losing streak, don't expect them to win by any more than seven points.
Prediction: Los Angeles Clippers +7 (-110)
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