Clippers vs Jazz Free Pick, NBA Free Pick & Predictions 1/27/25

J.A. Cavalier
Jan 27
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Clippers vs Jazz Free Pick

The LA Clippers head to the Delta Center tonight for a Western Conference matchup against the Utah Jazz, and this game sets up as a clear opportunity for the road team. Los Angeles enters at 21–24 as a significant favorite, facing a Utah squad that has been severely impacted by injuries, particularly across its starting frontcourt.

Utah’s injury situation dramatically alters the matchup. With key interior pieces sidelined, the Jazz are left thin in areas that are already challenging against a physical, veteran Clippers roster. That lack of size and continuity makes it difficult for Utah to protect the paint, rebound consistently, or maintain defensive structure over four quarters.

The Clippers, while inconsistent this season, are built to exploit this type of mismatch. Their depth, experience, and ability to generate efficient looks in the halfcourt give them a significant advantage against a depleted opponent. On the road, Los Angeles has shown a willingness to slow games down, control tempo, and methodically separate when facing teams with limited rotation flexibility.

If the Clippers establish their presence early—especially inside—this matchup has the potential to tilt quickly. With Utah shorthanded and struggling to maintain frontcourt resistance, Los Angeles is well-positioned to dictate the flow and capitalize on a favorable spot in this Western Conference clash.

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Utah’s pace is fool’s gold without Lauri Markkanen. You’re removing 28 points a night and their best offensive engine. The Clippers play slow, force halfcourt possessions, and are solid defensively. Fast teams still need scorers, and Utah doesn’t have them. Public sees tempo and bets Over; sharps see missing firepower and a grind. This one stays under