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Jazz vs. Clippers prediction: Clippers favored to win Thursday's NBA matchup [1/1/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Utah Jazz vs Los Angeles Clippers predictions for NBA Thursday.
The Los Angeles Clippers will take on the Utah Jazz in NBA action at Intuit Dome on New Year's Day, beginning at 10:30 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations and today’s injury updates, Dimers' proven NBA model projects the Clippers as the most likely winner of the Jazz vs. Clippers game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Clippers lineup will feature stars like Kawhi Leonard, James Harden and John Collins, while the Jazz will be led by Lauri Markkanen, Keyonte George and Brice Sensabaugh.
This article offers a closer look at Thursday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Jazz vs. Clippers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NBA game between the Jazz and Clippers 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Clippers an 82% chance of beating the Jazz. Our predicted final score has the Clippers winning 121-110.
According to our model, the Jazz (+12.5) have a 56% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 232.5 points has a 53% chance of staying under.
Jazz vs. Clippers odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Jazz | Clippers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +12.5 (-110) | -12.5 (-108) |
| Moneyline | +500 | -620 |
| Total | o232.5 (-110) | u232.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Jazz vs. Clippers picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Jazz +12.5 | -110 |
| Moneyline | Jazz | +500 |
| Total | Under 232.5 | -110 |
According to our best NBA bets for Thursday, the top play to make on this game is Jazz +12.5 at the spread.
Jazz vs. Clippers player props
NBA prop bets are a popular way to wager on the Utah vs. LA Clippers game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Intuit Dome.
Lauri Markkanen is expected to lead the Jazz with 25 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists, while Kawhi Leonard is projected to have 31 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the Clippers.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Jazz prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Jazz are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauri Markkanen | 25 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 40 |
| Keyonte George | 24 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 44 |
| B. Sensabaugh | 16 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 31 |
| Kyle Filipowski | 13 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 32 |
| Isaiah Collier | 9 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 26 |
Clippers prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Clippers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawhi Leonard | 31 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 56 |
| James Harden | 28 | 6 | 10 | 4 | 57 |
| John Collins | 14 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 28 |
| Brook Lopez | 14 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 30 |
| Derrick Jones | 9 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 18 |
Jazz vs. Clippers game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's matchup between the Clippers and Jazz at Intuit Dome is scheduled to begin at 10:30 PM ET.
- Who: Utah Jazz vs. Los Angeles Clippers
- Date: Thursday, January 1, 2026
- Time: 10:30 PM ET/7:30PM PT
- Venue: Intuit Dome
Conclusion
We predict the Clippers, with an 82% win probability, will likely beat the Jazz on New Year's Day, with James Harden projected for a game-high 57 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Jazz vs. Clippers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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