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Analysts release new Lakers-Jazz projected stats after Luka Doncic's status confirmed
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Written by Pat Sharyon, Content Writer
Reviewed by Mac Douglass
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In the aftermath of Dončić’s trade from the Dallas Mavericks, questions surrounding the timing of his first game with the Lakers have been a major talking point. Speculation ramped up after the Lakers initially declined to confirm when he would make his debut, with some reports suggesting the team wanted to give him additional time to adjust to his new surroundings.
The blockbuster trade saw Los Angeles acquire Dončić in exchange for Anthony Davis, a move that sent shockwaves through the league. Dončić, a four-time All-NBA selection, has been one of the league’s premier offensive talents, averaging 28.7 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 7.9 assists per game over his career.
It has now been confirmed that Dončić will play against the Jazz tonight, officially making his Lakers debut in front of the home crowd at Crypto.com Arena.
This update prompted Dimers’ analysts to reevaluate their Lakers vs. Jazz predictions and player stat projections using new simulations that factored in Doncic's confirmed availability.
The results of Dimers’ simulations were compared to updated sportsbook odds to compile the data-driven Lakers-Jazz below.
Jazz vs. Lakers betting preview
Featuring the likes of Lauri Markkanen, John Collins, and Jordan Clarkson, the Jazz are up against a Lakers side that boasts Luka Doncic, LeBron James, and Austin Reaves.
Check out all the important details on tonight’s game, as well as the best odds sourced from the top sportsbooks in the country.
Game details
The key information you need before the Jazz vs. Lakers NBA game.
- Teams: Utah Jazz vs. Los Angeles Lakers
- Date: Monday, February 10, 2025
- Time: 10:30 p.m. EST
- Location: Crypto.com Arena
- NBA standings: Current NBA standings
- NBA news: Check the latest updates from the official NBA news site
Odds
The latest and best odds for the NBA contest between the Jazz and Lakers.
- Spread: Jazz +12 (-110), Lakers -12 (-110)
- Moneyline: Jazz +530, Lakers -750
- Total: Over/Under 237.5 (-108/-112)
The odds and lines featured in this article are the best available from selected sports betting sites at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Expert prediction: Jazz vs. Lakers
Utilizing trusted data analysis and computer power, the experts at Dimers have performed 10,000 simulations of Monday's Jazz vs. Lakers matchup.
According to Dimers' popular predictive analytics model, the Lakers are more likely to defeat the Jazz at Crypto.com Arena. This prediction is based on the model giving the Lakers an 82% chance of winning the game.
Furthermore, Dimers predicts that the Jazz (+12) have a 54% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 237.5 points has a 52% chance of staying under.
These predictions and probabilities are correct at the time of publication but are subject to potential changes.
Jazz vs. Lakers player stat projections
To further analyze the potential impact of individual players, here is a breakdown of the projected box scores for both teams, including Luka Doncic:
Utah Jazz box score predictions
- Lauri Markkanen: 20 PTS, 6 REB, 2 AST, 3 3PT
- John Collins: 20 PTS, 8 REB, 2 AST, 2 3PT
- Jordan Clarkson: 18 PTS, 3 REB, 5 AST, 2 3PT
- Keyonte George: 15 PTS, 3 REB, 6 AST, 3 3PT
- Walker Kessler: 12 PTS, 13 REB, 2 AST, 0 3PT
Lauri Markkanen is expected to lead the way for the Jazz with 20 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 assists.
Los Angeles Lakers box score predictions
- Luka Doncic: 29 PTS, 8 REB, 9 AST, 4 3PT
- LeBron James: 27 PTS, 6 REB, 10 AST, 3 3PT
- Austin Reaves: 20 PTS, 5 REB, 7 AST, 3 3PT
- Rui Hachimura: 12 PTS, 5 REB, 2 AST, 1 3PT
- Jaxson Hayes: 9 PTS, 7 REB, 1 AST, 0 3PT
For the Lakers, Luka Doncic is projected to have 29 points, 8 rebounds, and 9 assists.
Jazz vs. Lakers best bet
Our top pick for the Jazz vs. Lakers game on Monday is to bet on the Jazz moneyline (+530).
This betting advice is formulated through cutting-edge modeling and valuable betting intelligence, designed to assist you in making smarter decisions.
While the Lakers are more likely to win the game, according to Dimers, taking the Jazz moneyline is the best option because of the 1.9% edge found when comparing Dimers' data-driven probabilities to the betting odds.
Score prediction for Jazz vs. Lakers
Dimers' predicted final score for the Utah vs. LA Lakers game on Monday has the Lakers winning 123-112.
This expert prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations, offering a glimpse into the potential outcome.
NBA Monday: Jazz vs. Lakers
Get ready for Monday's action between the Jazz and Lakers in the NBA at Crypto.com Arena, which is scheduled to start at 10:30 p.m. EST. We emphasize that all of the NBA predictions and NBA best bets in this preview are derived from 10,000 data-driven simulations of the Jazz vs. Lakers matchup, and they are accurate at the time of publication to help you make more informed choices when placing bets at online sportsbooks.
It is important to gamble responsibly and consult trustworthy sources for the latest and most accurate information when making online betting decisions.
To make sure you get accurate and helpful information, this guide has been edited by Mac Douglass as part of our fact-checking process.
Pat Sharyon is an experienced writer who specializes in NFL and college football while also covering tennis, MLB, golf and a variety of international sports. Hailing originally from Boston, Massachusetts, Pat has a degree in linguistics from the University of California at Santa Cruz.
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