Trail Blazers vs Jazz Prediction, Odds & How to Watch – Monday, January 5

The Portland Trail Blazers (16–20) host the Utah Jazz (12–22) at Moda Center on Monday night, with Utah looking to snap a three‑game losing streak. Portland has been inconsistent but enters as a 6‑point favorite, while Utah continues to struggle defensively, allowing a league‑high 126.7 points per game.

Injuries loom large, with Damian Lillard out for the season, Scoot Henderson and Matisse Thybulle are sidelined, while Jerami Grant and Robert Williams III are day‑to‑day. Utah is missing Walker Kessler for the year, with Jusuf Nurkic and Ace Bailey questionable. Oddsmakers list Portland at -231 on the moneyline, with Utah at +190 and a game total near 244.5.

With NBA predictions and betting picks focused on pace and efficiency, we’ll also highlight a same‑game parlay and favorite player props in tonight’s NBA odds. Here’s how we’re betting Trail Blazers vs Jazz tonight.

Best Bet for Trail Blazers vs Jazz

Best Bet: Trail Blazers -6 (-110) Book: Best price at FanDuel

Our best bet for Trail Blazers vs Jazz is Trail Blazers -6 (-110) against the spread.

Portland has struggled ATS as larger favorites (0–3 when favored by 6+), but Utah’s defense has been historically poor, allowing 126.7 points per game (#30 in NBA). The Blazers’ offense, led by Deni Avdija and Shaedon Sharpe, averages 116.3 points and should exploit Utah’s weak rim protection.

The Jazz score well (119.7 PPG, #6), but their pace and defensive inefficiency often lead to losses despite covering spreads. Portland’s home ATS record (9–7) is stronger than Utah’s road ATS (6–9). Given the matchup, pace, and current spread, we’re laying the points with Portland at -6 (-110) and expect them to cover this number more often than the line implies.

Same‑Game Parlay Picks for Trail Blazers vs Jazz

3‑Leg SGP (Safer)

Leg 1: Trail Blazers -4.5 alt spread
Leg 2: Deni Avdija 20+ points
Leg 3: Lauri Markkanen 20+ points
Combined odds: +400

This same‑game parlay builds around a competitive but high‑scoring game. Avdija’s usage drives Portland’s offense, while Markkanen stabilizes Utah’s attack. The alt spread adds cushion.

Longshot SGP (+1200)

Leg 1: Trail Blazers -6.5
Leg 2: Avdija 30+ points
Leg 3: Keyonte George 7+ assists

This longshot leans into a Portland cover with Avdija’s scoring ladder and George’s playmaking. High variance, small‑stake play.

Trail Blazers vs Jazz Odds & Top Player Props

Here are the latest Trail Blazers vs Jazz odds from top sportsbooks. Shop around for the best NBA odds before you lock in your bets.

Market	Utah Jazz	Portland Trail Blazers
Money Line	+190	-231
Spread	+6 (-110)	–6 (-110)
Total	O 242.5 (-110)	U 242.5 (-110)

Odds updated: January 5, 2026 – 12:00 p.m. ET. Lines may move throughout the day. You can find more live numbers on our NBA odds today page.

Top Player Prop Odds

Given how prop-heavy NBA betting is, we’re also eyeing these player props for tonight’s game:

Deni Avdija points O/U 25.5 (-110)
Shaedon Sharpe points O/U 21.5 (-108)
Lauri Markkanen points O/U 27.5 (-112)

Avdija’s usage, Sharpe’s scoring, and Markkanen’s perimeter shooting all drive their respective offenses. Pace and efficiency suggest strong prop value.

For more markets, check out our dedicated Best NBA player props today page.

Trends to Know for Trail Blazers vs Jazz

Here are a few betting trends to keep in mind for Trail Blazers vs Jazz:

Trail Blazers are 19–17 ATS overall, 9–7 ATS at home.
Jazz are 19–15 ATS overall, 6–9 ATS on the road.
Over has hit in 55.9% of Blazers games, 61.8% of Jazz games.
Jazz are 11–11 ATS as underdogs of 6+.
Blazers are 0–3 ATS as favorites of 6+.

Latest Injuries & NBA Injury Report for Trail Blazers vs Jazz

Before betting this game, it’s important to check the NBA injury report, as late scratches and minutes limits can swing spreads and totals in a hurry.

Team	Player	Injury	Status
Portland Trail Blazers	Damian Lillard	Achilles	Out (Season)
Portland Trail Blazers	Scoot Henderson	Hamstring	Out
Portland Trail Blazers	Matisse Thybulle	Thumb	Out
Portland Trail Blazers	Jrue Holiday	Calf	Day-to-Day
Portland Trail Blazers	Jerami Grant	Achilles	Day-to-Day
Portland Trail Blazers	Robert Williams III	Knee	Day-to-Day
Portland Trail Blazers	Blake Wesley	Foot	Out
Utah Jazz	Georges Niang	Foot	Out
Utah Jazz	Ace Bailey	Hip	Day-to-Day
Utah Jazz	Jusuf Nurkic	Foot	Day-to-Day
Utah Jazz	Walker Kessler	Shoulder	Out (Season)

In the NBA, late injury news and minutes restrictions have a huge impact on spreads and totals, so re‑check the injury report and final inactives about an hour before tip‑off.