Utah Jazz vs Golden State Warriors Picks and Predictions February 5th 2025

Utah Jazz vs Golden State Warriors February 5th 2025

At 9:00 ET, the 10th ranked Golden State Warriors (-246) will travel to Salt Lake City to take on the 15th ranked Utah Jazz (+205). The over/under line for this Western Conference matchup is currently sitting at 226.5.

This game will be played at the Delta Center and can be seen on NBCS.

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Warriors vs. Jazz Key Information

Golden State improved to 25-24 on the season with a 104-99 home win over the Magic on Monday. The Warriors, who were favored by 3.5 points, covered the spread, and the game’s total of 203 points fell short of the 209-point over/under line.

After trailing 26-18 at the end of the 1st quarter, Golden State turned things around by outscoring Orlando 25-17 in the 2nd and 39-24 in the 3rd. They entered the 4th quarter with an 82-67 lead, but the Magic went on a 10-0 run to cut the score from 86-74 to 96-74 before the Warriors closed out the game.

In their win over the Magic, the Warriors’ offense struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 30.8% of their threes and making only 12 overall. Their field goal percentage was 43.6%, with Andrew Wiggins leading the way, shooting 50% from the field and finishing with 25 points.

Stephen Curry added 24 points, despite shooting just 33.3% from the field and 16.7% from three, making only 2 threes. Moses Moody contributed 17 points, hitting 3 threes at a 60% rate.

Defensively, the Warriors were strong in the 2nd quarter, allowing just 17 points, and they held the Magic to 99 points overall. They gave up 32 points in the 4th but still managed to secure the win. Golden State limited Orlando to 43% shooting from the field.

The Warriors excelled at defending the three, with the Magic hitting only 8 threes at a 25% rate. They also sent Orlando to the line just 10 times, where they made 5 free throws. Golden State recorded 9 steals in the game.

The Jazz fell to 11-37 on the season after a narrow 112-111 loss to the Pacers on Monday. Utah was +6.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread, losing by just one point. The total score for the game was 223, falling short of the 243-point over/under line.

Utah went on a 17-0 run early, turning an 11-9 deficit into a 26-11 lead. They led 88-83 going into the 4th quarter but were outscored 29-23 in the final period, resulting in the loss.

In their 112-111 loss to the Pacers, the Jazz shot 42.9% from the field, with a three-point percentage of 35.1% and 13 made threes. John Collins and Jordan Clarkson each scored 21 points, with Collins adding 12 rebounds. Clarkson hit 3 threes at 37.5%, while Keyonte George contributed 16 points, 11 assists, and 4 made threes.

Clarkson and Collins both scored 9 points in the 1st quarter, with Collins adding 8 more in the 4th. Lauri Markkanen and George each scored 8 points in the 3rd quarter, while Isaiah Collier added 7 of his 11 points in the final period.

Defensively, the Jazz struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 33 points, but they held the Pacers to 24 points in the 1st and 26 in the 3rd. Overall, they allowed 112 points on 47% shooting from the field.

Utah did a great job defending the three, holding Indiana to just 10 made threes on 23% shooting. The Jazz also limited the Pacers to 20 free throw attempts, with Indiana making 16. On the boards, Utah gave up 6 offensive rebounds.

Our bet is on the Warriors for a win, and we project the score to be 121-114. Additionally, we expect them to cover the spread, so our recommendation is to wager on the Warriors with the spread at -6.5.

Right now, the over/under line for the game is sitting at 226.5 and given that our model is projecting 235 points between the teams, we like the over.

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Warriors Look to Stay Hot Against Struggling Jazz

Fresh off a 104-99 comeback win over the Orlando Magic, the Golden State Warriors head to Salt Lake City to take on the struggling Utah Jazz on Wednesday night.

Steve Kerr Sparks a Comeback

Golden State (25-24) needed a second-half spark to overcome Orlando, and head coach Steve Kerr provided just that—by smashing a clipboard during a timeout.

Moses Moody revealed that Kerr’s fiery moment “woke the team up,” a sentiment Kerr later confirmed.

“I snap every handful of games. I (expletive) lose my mind, and I go crazy in the locker room. Nobody out here sees it, but I’ve smashed a clipboard, slammed my fist against the wall. Whatever it is, it pisses me off. But same thing for Steph (Curry) or Draymond (Green). We hate losing. We’re not used to it,” Kerr said.

The motivation worked, as the Warriors outscored Orlando 39-24 in the third quarter, fueling the rally victory.

• Andrew Wiggins led the way with 25 points.
• Stephen Curry added 24 points and hit several clutch shots.
• Draymond Green, in his first game back after a seven-game absence, had seven rebounds, five assists, and four points.

Golden State now sits one game above .500 and has won three of its last four.

Utah Jazz: A Season of Struggles

The Jazz (11-37) have had one of the NBA’s worst seasons, sitting just ahead of the Washington Wizards for the league’s worst record. They’ve lost nine of their last ten and 18 of their last 22 games at Delta Center, a building that has historically been a tough place for opponents.

Monday’s 112-111 loss to Indiana was yet another heartbreak. The Jazz led by 12 points with six minutes remaining, only to watch it slip away thanks to bad execution, poor shot selection, and a late 14-1 Pacers run.

“We’ve got to play through those things,” coach Will Hardy said. “We’ve got to play in straight lines. We’ve got to set up. We’ve got to help our teammates create an advantage. And these are great lessons for our team to learn.”

Key Performers for Utah

Despite their struggles, the Jazz have had some bright spots:

• John Collins recorded a 21-point, 12-rebound double-double vs. Indiana.
• Keyonte George had 16 points and 11 assists, showing strong playmaking ability.
• Isaiah Collier added 11 points and 10 assists, contributing off the bench.

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Key Matchups to Watch

1. Stephen Curry vs. Utah’s Perimeter Defense
   • Curry has been on fire, and if Utah can’t contain him early, it could be another long night for the Jazz.
2. Warriors’ Bench vs. Jazz’s Young Core
   • Golden State’s role players, including Moody, Jonathan Kuminga, and Dennis Schroder, will need to step up against Utah’s developing young talents.
3. Can Utah Close Out a Game?
   • The Jazz have struggled to finish games, and Golden State thrives in clutch moments.

What to Expect

The Warriors won the previous meeting against the Jazz 114-103 on Jan. 28, and they come into this matchup with momentum.

Meanwhile, Utah continues to search for answers in a season of growing pains. Unless they find a way to close games, Golden State should be well-positioned to grab another win and keep climbing the Western Conference standings.

Will Kerr need another clipboard smash, or will Golden State handle business smoothly in Utah? We’ll find out on Wednesday night.