Utah Jazz vs Boston Celtics, NBA 2024-25 Season, Today Match Prediction

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Utah Jazz

The Jazz are 5th in the North-West division and 15th in the Western Conference. The record of the Jazz in the 2024-25 NBA season is 16-54.In their recent matchup against the Wizards, they won by 16 points(128-112). Kyle Filipowski scored 21 points, Keyonte George added 20 and the Jazz snapped a season-worst 10-game skid.Collin Sexton had 18 points and Brice Sensabaugh scored 17 for the Jazz in this matchup of the worst teams in each conference. The Wizards entered having won six of 11 to leave the Jazz with the league's worst record.

For the upcoming match against the Boston Celtics,The Jazz aim to limit the impact of the Jazz star duo by using versatile defenders like Lauri Markkanen and Walker Kessler.Double-teams and aggressive close-outs are employed to disrupt their shooting and penetration.With a strong interior presence led by Kessler, the Jazz focus on preventing easy drives and controlling the rebounding battle.

Markkanen is central to the Jazz offense.They use him in various roles, including as a pick-and-pop shooter and in isolation, to exploit mismatches against the Celtics defenders.His ability to stretch the floor can open up lanes for other players.With Walker Kessler anchoring the defense and providing rim protection, the Jazz aim to deter drives from Celtics players like Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum.Offensively, they leverage Kessler for rebounds and putbacks to secure second-chance points.Collin Sexton who has scored 17.2 or more points in each of the last five games is expected to lead the team on offense.

The Jazz on average score 112.5 points per game ,they score 45.9% from the field and are ranked 20th in the league and 35.4% from the arc and are ranked 20th in the league. Rebounds Per Game:- 45.9 rebounds and are ranked 3rd in the league.

Boston Celtics

The Celtics are 1st in the Atlantic division and 2nd in the Eastern Conference. The record of the Celtics in the 2024-25 NBA season is 50-19.In their recent matchup against the Nets,they won by 8 points (104-96). Baylor Scheierman scored 13 of his career-high 20 points in the fourth quarter, Kristaps Porzingis had 25 points and 13 rebounds.Derrick White scored 18 points, Jrue Holiday had 12 points and eight assists and Payton Pritchard added 10 points for Boston, which won its third straight.

For the upcoming match against the Utah Jazz,the Celtics will try to Exploit Defensive Matchups,Use their depth and perimeter shooting to challenge Jazz defense.Employing Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown on defense can neutralize their scoring efficiency. Forcing contested shots and denying driving lanes will be key. With Walker Kessler inside presence, the Celtics' big men, like Kristaps Porziņģis and Al Horford, need to be physical and disciplined in guarding the post.

Aggressive on-ball defense against players like John Collins can disrupt Jazz offensive rhythm and generate turnovers.Using Tatum and Brown's versatility to attack weaker defenders, especially in isolation or pick-and-roll situations, can create scoring opportunities.Jayson Tatum who has scored 31.2 or more points in each of the last five games is expected to lead the team on offense.

The Celtics on average score 116.4 points per game they score 46.1% from the field and are ranked 18th in the league and 36.9% from the arc are ranked 8th in the league. Rebounds Per Game:- 44.8 rebounds and are ranked 11th in the league.

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Utah Jazz vs Boston Celtics Match Prediction & Analysis

This is the second time the Celtics and Jazz are squaring off this season and in the last time they met earlier in the season, the Celtics won 114-108.Celtics have clinched a playoff berth, while Jazz has been eliminated from the playoffs contention.

The Jazz lost their last four home games, where they scored 114 ppg and conceded 120 ppg, while the Celtics won four of their last five away games and average 109.6 ppg on offense and allowed 108 ppg on the defensive end.

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UTAH JAZZ vs BOSTON CELTICS
Winning Prediction

We back the Boston Celtics to win the match.Boston has a stronger roster, with key players like Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown providing offensive firepower, alongside solid defensive schemes. The Jazz will need to rely on their defense and efforts from players, but the Celtics’ depth and versatility could overpower them. Expect the Celtics to control the pace and finish with a likely win, barring any significant performance shifts.

Boston Celtics to Win!

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