Golden State will be without Steph Curry for this game as he rests, however, all is not lost as this team is playing well and have all the motivation to win this game for a play-in spot. They face a Jazz team that has nothing to play for and are just going through the motions, who are 9-29 on the road straight up. The Jazz just got blown out by the Clippers and this team does not respond well in their next game after such a bad loss as they are 4-9 against the spread. This team also has key injuries and a lot of players who are doubtful. Defensively, Utah has given up on average 129 points per game, while the Warriors have tightened up on their defense in their last three games, only allowing 106 points. Golden State are 18-6 against the spread after having won two of their last three games. Utah are 2-8 against the spread as a road underdog of ten points or more. Even without Curry in the lineup, the Warriors still need the win for a play-in spot as they fight for the 10th place spot. They will be motivated in this game to play well and cover the number against a team who has a bad road covering record. Golden State should be able to dominate this team on offense and get the win and cover as they have covered five of their last seven games.

Best bet: lay the points with Golden State.