NBA Betting: Clippers vs. Jazz Game 1 Odds, Expert Picks, Best Bet & Prediction

The second Western Conference Semifinals matchup is set to commence tonight. After a wild Round 1 series, the Los Angeles Clippers will look to extend their unbeaten record on the road this postseason when they battle the Utah Jazz. The top seed in this year’s playoffs is 33-6 on their home floor this season. The Clippers will have their work cut out if they are to steal Game 1 of this best-of-seven series in Salt Lake City. This Clippers vs. Jazz NBA betting picks preview will explore the best NBA betting odds, provide some key betting trends and offer the top NBA picks and predictions for the game.

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Clippers vs. Jazz Betting Preview: NBA Picks & Odds

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Clippers vs. Jazz Game Info

Los Angeles Clippers (51-28, 24-15 Away) vs. Utah Jazz (56-21, 33-6 Home)
Date: Tuesday, June 8, 2021
Start Time: 10 p.m. EST
Venue: Vivint Arena — Salt Lake City, Utah
Coverage: TNT

The road warrior Clippers finally managed to win a game at home to close out their first-round win over the Mavericks. Kawhi Leonard was spectacular as usual in Game 7, falling a single assist shy of a triple-double line. While Paul George also notched a double-double, the real storyline from Game 7 was that he and Leonard got scoring help from multiple teammates. Reggie Jackson stayed consistent with another 15 points, but the Clippers also saw Marcus Morris (23), Terance Mann (13), Nicolas Batum (11) and even Luke Kennard (11) score in double figures. A team-wide effort will certainly need to continue if the Clippers are to knock off the Jazz as NBA betting underdogs.

The depth and camaraderie of the Jazz was on display throughout their Round 1 series against the Grizzlies. After being upset as NBA betting favorites in Game 1, Utah rolled to take the series in five games. The difference between that Game 1 loss and the rest of the matchups was the absence of Donovan Mitchell from the lineup. He returned in Game 2 and never looked back. His line in the close-out Game 5 victory consisted of 30 points, 10 assists and six boards. Mike Conley also had a strong series against his former team, including some stellar 3-point shooting. Speaking of the 3, the Jazz have to be encouraged by the performances they got from Bojan Bogdanovic in the first round.

Clippers vs. Jazz Betting NBA Picks + NBA Odds Shopping

Using Awesemo’s OddsShopper Tool, we can easily compare the NBA odds for Clippers vs. Jazz NBA Playoffs betting across the major sportsbooks. The odds outlined below are from 12 p.m. EST on June 8, so make sure to check out the OddsShopper tool yourself to get the most up-to-date odds.

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NBA Odds: Moneyline

Clippers: (+155) — William Hill
Jazz: (-166) — FanDuel

NBA Odds: Spread

Clippers: +4 (-110) — SugarHouse, BetMGM, PointsBet, DraftKings, William Hill
Jazz: -4 (-105) — FanDuel

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NBA Odds: Total

Over: 220.5 (-110) — William Hill
Under: 221 (-108) — FanDuel

Clippers vs. Jazz NBA Betting Trends

Clippers are 4-0 ATS in their last four road games against teams with a winning record at home.
Jazz are 4-0 ATS in their last four playoff games as an NBA betting favorite.
Under is 6-0-2 in the Clippers’ last eight NBA Playoffs Conference Semifinals games.
Over is 6-0 in the Jazz’ last six home games as an NBA betting favorite.
Clippers are just 3-9 ATS in their last 12 head-to-head matchups against the Jazz.
Under is 4-1-1 in the last six Clippers vs Jazz head-to-head matchups.

Clippers vs. Jazz Prediction

Tuesday’s Game 1 sets up as a contrast between extra rest and momentum after a seven-game series. Will the Clippers be able to ride the wave of their Game 7 triumph? Or will fresh legs and a rowdy Salt Lake City crowd be a decisive factor for the Jazz? Given the fact that Utah was so dominant at home this season, it’s hard to pick against them. The Jazz are the more complete team in this series, even if the best and arguably second-best players in this matchup both play for the Clippers. After feeling the pressure of losing a Game 1 in the first round as favorites, it’s tough to envision the Jazz letting this one get away too. This total is also a bit high for two of the top four scoring defenses in the NBA.

Prediction: Jazz -4, Under 221

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