Los Angeles Lakers @ Utah Jazz Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 2/12/2025 9:00 PM EST

We have your Los Angeles Lakers @ Utah Jazz prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Lakers visit the Jazz at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City.

Los Angeles Lakers @ Utah Jazz Pick

Best Moneyline Odds: Lakers -286 (BetRivers), Jazz +275 (BetMGM).
Best Spread Odds: Lakers -8.0 (-110, Caesars), Jazz +8.0 (-108, FanDuel).
Best Total Odds: Over 236.5 (-108, BetRivers), Under 236.5 (-110, BetMGM).

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Game Info

Date: February 12, 2025
Time: 9:00 PM EST
Location: Delta Center, Salt Lake City, Utah
TV: SportsNet LA, KJZZ

Los Angeles Lakers @ Utah Jazz Preview

The Los Angeles Lakers, riding high after a dominant 132-113 victory over the Jazz on Monday, look to continue their momentum in this rematch. Luka Dončić made his Lakers debut in that game, contributing 14 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists in limited minutes. LeBron James led the way with 24 points, 8 assists, and 7 rebounds, while Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura also scored over 20 points each. The Lakers have won six straight games and are showcasing their offensive firepower, ranking first in true shooting percentage over the last 10 games.

The Utah Jazz, on the other hand, have struggled mightily, losing nine straight road games and sitting at the bottom of the Western Conference standings. Despite solid performances from Lauri Markkanen and John Collins, who each scored 17 points in the previous matchup, the Jazz's defense has been a glaring weakness, allowing an average of 119.4 points per game this season. With injuries to key players like Collin Sexton and Taylor Hendricks, the Jazz face an uphill battle against a surging Lakers team.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

The Lakers have dominated the recent head-to-head matchups, winning seven of the last eight games against the Jazz. This season alone, the Lakers have secured three victories over Utah, including a 132-113 win on February 10, a 105-104 nail-biter on December 1, and a 124-118 victory on November 19. The Jazz's last win against the Lakers came on January 13, 2024, in a high-scoring 132-125 affair. Historically, the Lakers have consistently outperformed the Jazz, particularly in recent years.

Pick: Lakers -8.0

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The Lakers are the clear favorites in this matchup, and for good reason. With Luka Dončić and LeBron James leading the charge, the Lakers have a potent offense that should exploit the Jazz's defensive vulnerabilities. Utah's struggles on both ends of the court, combined with the Lakers' recent dominance in head-to-head matchups, make the spread of -8.0 a reasonable pick. The Jazz's inability to contain the Lakers' star power was evident in their previous meeting, and it's unlikely they will find an answer in this rematch.

Top Player Prop Picks

Austin Reaves Over 19.5 Points

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Reaves has been a consistent scorer for the Lakers, averaging 19.2 points per game this season. With Dončić and James drawing defensive attention, Reaves should have plenty of opportunities to score against a Jazz defense that ranks among the league's worst.

LeBron James Over 7.5 Assists

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LeBron has been a playmaking force, averaging 9.0 assists per game. With Dončić now in the lineup, James can focus even more on distributing the ball, making this prop an attractive option.

Lauri Markkanen Over 19.5 Points

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Despite the Jazz's struggles, Markkanen remains their primary offensive weapon, averaging 19.2 points per game. He will need to step up if the Jazz hope to keep this game competitive, making the over on his points a solid pick.

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