NBA · Final

Lakers Edge Jazz in High-Scoring Duel

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135

Thursday, December 18, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · Delta Center

Los Angeles Lakers 143, Utah Jazz 135, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Los Angeles Lakers vs Utah Jazz?

Los Angeles Lakers beat Utah Jazz 143-135 at Delta Center on December 18, 2025.

Who was favored in Los Angeles Lakers vs Utah Jazz?

Los Angeles Lakers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -395 (about 80% implied). The favorite won.

In a thrilling matchup at the Delta Center, the Los Angeles Lakers narrowly defeated the Utah Jazz with a final score of 143-135. This victory extends the Lakers' dominance in their head-to-head series against the Jazz, leading it 4-0 this season. The game showcased both teams' offensive capabilities, with the Lakers maintaining a slight edge throughout the contest.

The Lakers entered the game with a strong away record of 19-7, while the Jazz had a home record of 10-16. The Lakers have been consistent, having won seven of their last ten games, with an average of 118.8 points scored and 118.9 points allowed during that stretch. Their recent form includes a win against the Phoenix Suns, where they triumphed 116-114, and a loss to the San Antonio Spurs (119-132).

On the other hand, the Jazz have shown resilience with a recent record of 5-5 over their last ten games, including a two-game winning streak. They averaged 119.1 points scored and 126.1 points allowed in that span. Their last game was a notable victory against the Dallas Mavericks, where they won 140-133. However, they struggled earlier in December, suffering losses to the Memphis Grizzlies and Oklahoma City Thunder.

In terms of home and away performance, the Jazz have a home record of 3-3 in their last six games at the Delta Center, while the Lakers have performed well on the road with a 4-1 record in their last five away games. The previous meetings this season saw the Lakers winning by narrow margins, including a close 108-106 victory just weeks prior.

Injury concerns for the Jazz include Trey Alexander and Jaren Jackson Jr., both listed as day-to-day with rib and knee issues, respectively. Their absence could significantly impact the Jazz's performance, especially against a formidable opponent like the Lakers.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Lakers favored by 9.5 points, with a total set at 242.5 for the game. The odds reflect the Lakers' strong performance this season and their historical success against the Jazz.

Conditions during the game were typical for indoor basketball, with both teams taking advantage of the arena's atmosphere to push the pace. Viewers were treated to a display of high-scoring plays, particularly in the fourth quarter, where Keyonte George and LeBron James made crucial free throws to seal the game for the Lakers.

Overall, this matchup highlighted the Lakers' ability to perform under pressure and the Jazz's determination to compete, setting the stage for a potentially exciting rematch later in the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	LAL -9.5	242.5 o -110 / u -110	Los Angeles Lakers -395 · Utah Jazz +310

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Injury report

Trey AlexanderDay-To-DayRibsUtah Jazz
Jaren Jackson Jr.Day-To-DayKneeUtah Jazz

Leaders

PointsKeyonte George34Utah Jazz
AssistsIsaiah Collier13Utah Jazz
ReboundsKyle Filipowski13Utah Jazz
PointsLuka Doncic45Los Angeles Lakers
AssistsLuka Doncic14Los Angeles Lakers
ReboundsLuka Doncic11Los Angeles Lakers

Recent form

Utah Jazz

Last 10: 5-5Streak W2119.1 scored · 126.1 allowed per game3-3 at home

W140-133vs Dallas MavericksDec 16
W130-126at Memphis GrizzliesDec 13
L101-131vs Oklahoma City ThunderDec 8
L112-146at New York KnicksDec 6
W123-110at Brooklyn NetsDec 5
W133-125vs Houston RocketsDec 2
L101-129vs Houston RocketsNov 30
W128-119vs Sacramento KingsNov 29
L117-134at Golden State WarriorsNov 25
L106-108vs Los Angeles LakersNov 24

Los Angeles Lakers

Last 10: 7-3Streak W1118.8 scored · 118.9 allowed per game4-1 away

W116-114at Phoenix SunsDec 15
L119-132vs San Antonio SpursDec 11
W112-108at Philadelphia 76ersDec 8
L105-126at Boston CelticsDec 6
W123-120at Toronto RaptorsDec 5
L108-125vs Phoenix SunsDec 2
W133-121vs New Orleans PelicansDec 1
W129-119vs Dallas MavericksNov 29
W135-118vs LA ClippersNov 26
W108-106at Utah JazzNov 24

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
LA Lakers	-	29	W3	.646	53
Phoenix	8	37	W1	.549	45
LA Clippers	11	40	W1	.512	42
Golden State	16	45	L3	.451	37
Sacramento	31	60	L1	.268	22
Oklahoma City	-	18	L2	.780	64
Denver	10	28	W12	.659	54
Minnesota	15	33	W2	.598	49
Portland	22	40	W2	.512	42
Utah	42	60	L1	.268	22

Box score

Stat	Los Angeles Lakers	Utah Jazz
Field goals	49-93	43-83
Field goal %	53	52
Three-pointers	13-39	18-37
Three-point %	33	49
Free throws	32-39	31-47
Free throw %	82	66
Rebounds	48	39
Offensive rebounds	13	9
Defensive rebounds	35	30
Assists	32	31
Steals	7	4
Blocks	2	1
Turnovers	7	13
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	3	0
Technical fouls, total	3	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	7	14
Fast-break points	25	9
Points in the paint	58	42
Fouls	31	29
Largest lead	12	10
Lead changes	3	3
Time in front	21	75

How the scoring went

4th Quarter104-106LeBron James makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter104-108Kyle Filipowski makes 5-foot driving dunk (Walter Clayton Jr. assists)
4th Quarter106-108LeBron James makes 6-foot dunk (Jake LaRavia assists)
4th Quarter107-108Maxi Kleber makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter108-108Maxi Kleber makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter109-108Maxi Kleber makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter112-108Marcus Smart makes 25-foot three point jumper (LeBron James assists)
4th Quarter113-108LeBron James makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter114-108LeBron James makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter114-109Keyonte George makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter114-110Keyonte George makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter117-110Marcus Smart makes 26-foot three point jumper (Luka Doncic assists)
4th Quarter117-113Keyonte George makes 26-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Collier assists)
4th Quarter119-113Jake LaRavia makes tip shot
4th Quarter119-116Keyonte George makes 25-foot three pointer (Isaiah Collier assists)
4th Quarter121-116Luka Doncic makes 11-foot pullup jump shot (Jake LaRavia assists)
4th Quarter122-116Luka Doncic makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter125-116Marcus Smart makes 26-foot three point jumper (Luka Doncic assists)
4th Quarter125-119Walter Clayton Jr. makes 26-foot running jump shot (Isaiah Collier assists)
4th Quarter128-119Luka Doncic makes 28-foot three point jumper (Maxi Kleber assists)
4th Quarter131-119Luka Doncic makes 31-foot running jump shot (LeBron James assists)
4th Quarter131-120Ace Bailey makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter131-122Ace Bailey makes 4-foot running dunk (Isaiah Collier assists)
4th Quarter131-124Keyonte George makes 17-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter131-125Keyonte George makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter131-127Isaiah Collier makes driving layup
4th Quarter134-127Rui Hachimura makes 22-foot three point jumper (LeBron James assists)
4th Quarter134-130Jusuf Nurkic makes 25-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Collier assists)
4th Quarter136-130Jaxson Hayes makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Luka Doncic assists)
4th Quarter136-131Ace Bailey makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter137-131LeBron James makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter138-131LeBron James makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter136-132Keyonte George makes free throw 2 of 3
4th Quarter136-133Keyonte George makes free throw 3 of 3
4th Quarter137-133Jake LaRavia makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter138-133Jake LaRavia makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter139-133Luka Doncic makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter139-135Jusuf Nurkic makes two point shot
4th Quarter140-135LeBron James makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter141-135LeBron James makes free throw 2 of 2