Jazz vs. Hawks: 2024 NBA Picks for March 15
Get the latest odds, line, spread, score prediction, and game time for the Atlanta Hawks versus the Utah Jazz matchup, along with insights from a proven model.

The Utah Jazz host the Atlanta Hawks in a cross-conference NBA showdown this Friday. The Jazz, with a home record of 19-13 and an overall record of 28-37, face the Hawks, who have an away record of 13-19 and an overall record of 29-36. In their recent encounters, the Hawks have emerged victorious in the last two meetings, putting an end to Utah’s six-game winning streak in their head-to-head battles. Throughout the 2023-24 NBA season, Utah has maintained a 35-30 record against the spread, while Atlanta has struggled, holding the league’s worst record of 22-43 versus the spread.
Tip-off is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City. The latest odds favour Atlanta by 2.5 points in the Jazz vs. Hawks matchup, with an over/under set at 223 points, according to the SportsLine consensus. Before making any predictions, consider insights from the SportsLine model.
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Here are the key NBA odds and betting lines for the Jazz vs. Hawks matchup:
- Jazz vs. Hawks spread: Jazz +2.5
- Jazz vs. Hawks over/under: 223 points
- Jazz vs. Hawks money line: Jazz: +114, Hawks: -135
- Jazz vs. Hawks picks: Check out the picks at SportsLine
Atlanta Hawks Insight: Despite putting up a valiant effort, the Hawks fell short in their recent game against the Portland Trail Blazers, losing 106-102. Dejounte Murray’s stellar performance, with 40 points, four rebounds, three assists, and two steals, wasn’t enough to secure a victory for Atlanta. Since Trae Young’s absence from the lineup nine games ago due to a finger injury, Murray has been leading the charge, averaging 25.9 points, 8.1 assists, 5.3 rebounds, and 1.4 steals per game. With Young still sidelined, along with other key players like Saddiq Bey and Onyeka Okongwu, and the availability of Bogdan Bogdanovic and Jalen Johnson uncertain, the Hawks will face challenges in the upcoming matchup against the Jazz.
Utah Jazz Insight: The Jazz suffered their third consecutive defeat in their recent game against the Boston Celtics, losing 123-107. Keyonte George led Utah with 26 points and six assists, while Collin Sexton contributed 20 points, seven rebounds, and five assists. Defensively, the Jazz have struggled this season, ranking 27th in points allowed and 29th in defensive rating. Additionally, they will be without leading scorer Lauri Markkanen and third-leading scorer Jordan Clarkson due to injuries. With these key absences, the Jazz will rely heavily on rookie Brice Sensabaugh, who has shown promise in recent games.
Key Betting Trends:
- The Hawks are 5-14 against the spread in their last 19 games against teams with a winning percentage below 45%.
- The Hawks are 20-41 against the spread in their last 61 games against teams allowing more than 102 points per game.
- The Jazz are 23-24 against the spread in their last 47 games when not listed as the favourite.
How to Make Your Picks: The SportsLine model has conducted 10,000 simulations of the Jazz vs. Hawks matchup and has valuable insights. With a point-spread pick hitting almost 70% of the time, the model also leans towards the Over. Get access to the model’s pick at SportsLine.
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