76ers Edge Jazz in Close Contest at Home
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Xfinity Mobile Arena
Philadelphia 76ers 106, Utah Jazz 102, final. Today's NBA pick is already sealed, as a hash, before kickoff.
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Who won Utah Jazz vs Philadelphia 76ers?
Philadelphia 76ers beat Utah Jazz 106-102 at Xfinity Mobile Arena on March 4, 2026.
Who was favored in Utah Jazz vs Philadelphia 76ers?
Philadelphia 76ers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -325 (about 76% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Philadelphia 76ers narrowly defeated the Utah Jazz 106-102 at Xfinity Mobile Arena. This game was particularly significant as it marked the second meeting between the two teams this season, with Philadelphia now leading the series 2-0. The 76ers came into this game with a home record of 34-28, while the Jazz struggled with an away record of 18-44.
The recent form of both teams highlighted the stakes of this game. The 76ers had a record of 4-6 over their last ten games, entering the contest on a two-game losing streak. Their scoring average during this stretch was 111.7 points per game, while they allowed an average of 120.3 points. In their last five games, they had a slightly better record of 3-2, with an average of 116.6 points scored and 116.8 points allowed. In contrast, the Jazz were in a dire situation, having lost six consecutive games and holding a record of 2-8 in their last ten outings. They averaged 115.8 points scored and 120.0 points allowed during this stretch, with their last five games yielding an average of 113.4 points scored and 124.0 points allowed.
At home, the 76ers had a record of 1-3 in their last four games, while the Jazz had a home record of 1-4 in their past five games. The 76ers' recent struggles at home were evident, but they managed to secure the win against the Jazz despite being on a losing streak.
In terms of injuries, the 76ers had Kentavious Caldwell-Pope listed as day-to-day due to a finger issue. The Jazz faced a more complicated injury situation with Trey Alexander and Jaren Jackson Jr. both listed as day-to-day, with Alexander dealing with rib issues and Jackson Jr. with a knee problem. The absence of key players could have impacted both teams' performances.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the 76ers favored by 7.5 points, with a total set at 238.5. The odds indicated a strong belief in the 76ers' ability to win, reflected in their moneyline of -325. The Jazz, conversely, were listed at +260 on the moneyline, suggesting they were underdogs in this matchup.
Conditions for the game were typical for a late-season NBA matchup, with both teams looking to secure a win to improve their standings. The 76ers were under pressure to break their losing streak, while the Jazz were desperate to end their prolonged slump.
As the game unfolded, it was clear that both teams were fighting hard for every point. The scoring plays in the fourth quarter highlighted the intensity of the game. Tyrese Maxey made a crucial 8-foot driving floating jump shot to bring the score to 98-100 in favor of the Jazz. Adem Bona then tied the game with a tip-in dunk, followed by Isaiah Collier putting the Jazz back in front with a two-point shot. Quentin Grimes played a pivotal role for the 76ers, scoring a two-foot shot to tie the game again and then converting two free throws to give Philadelphia a narrow lead. Jabari Walker's free throws sealed the victory for the 76ers, who held a high probability of winning at 0.98 by the game's end.
Overall, this matchup showcased the resilience of the 76ers as they managed to secure a much-needed victory against a struggling Jazz team. The close scoreline reflected the competitive nature of the game, with both teams showing determination until the final buzzer.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PHI -7.5 | 238.5 o -105 / u -115 | Utah Jazz +260 · Philadelphia 76ers -325 |
Injury report
- Kentavious Caldwell-PopeDay-To-DayFingerPhiladelphia 76ers
- Trey AlexanderDay-To-DayRibsUtah Jazz
- Jaren Jackson Jr.Day-To-DayKneeUtah Jazz
Leaders
- PointsTyrese Maxey25Philadelphia 76ers
- AssistsTyrese Maxey6Philadelphia 76ers
- ReboundsJabari Walker10Philadelphia 76ers
- PointsKeyonte George30Utah Jazz
- AssistsIsaiah Collier5Utah Jazz
- ReboundsKyle Filipowski11Utah Jazz
Recent form
Philadelphia 76ers
Last 10: 4-6Streak L2111.7 scored · 120.3 allowed per game1-3 at home
- L91-131vs San Antonio SpursMar 4
- L98-114at Boston CelticsMar 2
- W124-117vs Miami HeatFeb 27
- W135-114at Indiana PacersFeb 25
- W135-108at Minnesota TimberwolvesFeb 23
- L111-126at New Orleans PelicansFeb 22
- L107-117vs Atlanta HawksFeb 20
- L89-138vs New York KnicksFeb 12
- L118-135at Portland Trail BlazersFeb 10
- W109-103at Phoenix SunsFeb 8
Utah Jazz
Last 10: 2-8Streak L6115.8 scored · 120 allowed per game1-4 away
- L125-128vs Denver NuggetsMar 3
- L105-115vs New Orleans PelicansMar 1
- L118-129vs New Orleans PelicansFeb 27
- L105-125at Houston RocketsFeb 24
- L114-123at Memphis GrizzliesFeb 21
- L119-135vs Portland Trail BlazersFeb 13
- W121-93vs Sacramento KingsFeb 12
- W115-111at Miami HeatFeb 10
- L117-120at Orlando MagicFeb 8
- L119-121at Atlanta HawksFeb 6
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Boston | - | 26 | W2 | .683 | 56 |
| New York | 3 | 29 | L1 | .646 | 53 |
| Toronto | 10 | 36 | W1 | .561 | 46 |
| Philadelphia | 11 | 37 | W2 | .549 | 45 |
| Brooklyn | 36 | 62 | L3 | .244 | 20 |
Box score
| Stat | Utah Jazz | Philadelphia 76ers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 36-88 | 40-88 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 12-39 | 9-35 |
| Three-point % | 31 | 26 |
| Free throws | 18-19 | 17-21 |
| Free throw % | 95 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 42 | 43 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 31 |
| Assists | 22 | 24 |
| Steals | 7 | 6 |
| Blocks | 6 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 22 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 21 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 60 |
| Fouls | 24 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 14 |
| Lead changes | 8 | 8 |
| Time in front | 33 | 60 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter69-66Keyonte George makes technical free throw
- 3rd Quarter70-66Cody Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter71-66Cody Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter71-68Jabari Walker makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter73-68Keyonte George makes 21-foot pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter76-68Keyonte George makes 28-foot three point jumper (John Konchar assists)
- 3rd Quarter76-70Adem Bona makes dunk
- 3rd Quarter76-71Jabari Walker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter76-72Tyrese Maxey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter76-73Tyrese Maxey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter76-75Tyrese Maxey makes 5-foot two point shot (Justin Edwards assists)
- 3rd Quarter76-76Tyrese Maxey makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter76-78Justin Edwards makes 1-foot dunk (Tyrese Maxey assists)
- 3rd Quarter79-78Blake Hinson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Brice Sensabaugh assists)
- 3rd Quarter81-78Mo Bamba makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Isaiah Collier assists)
- 3rd Quarter81-80Tyrese Martin makes driving layup (Jabari Walker assists)
- 3rd Quarter81-82Andre Drummond makes layup (Tyrese Martin assists)
- 3rd Quarter83-82Mo Bamba makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Isaiah Collier assists)
- 4th Quarter83-85Tyrese Martin makes 25-foot running jump shot (Justin Edwards assists)
- 4th Quarter85-85Blake Hinson makes running layup (Cody Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter85-88Tyrese Martin makes 23-foot three point jumper (Justin Edwards assists)
- 4th Quarter86-88Isaiah Collier makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter87-88Isaiah Collier makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter90-88Blake Hinson makes 27-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Collier assists)
- 4th Quarter90-90Jabari Walker makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter92-90Isaiah Collier makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter94-90Brice Sensabaugh makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter94-92Tyrese Maxey makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot (Kyle Lowry assists)
- 4th Quarter97-92Keyonte George makes 29-foot three point step back jumpshot (Ace Bailey assists)
- 4th Quarter97-94Adem Bona makes 1-foot dunk (Tyrese Maxey assists)
- 4th Quarter100-94Keyonte George makes 27-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Collier assists)
- 4th Quarter100-96Quentin Grimes makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter100-98Tyrese Maxey makes 8-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter100-100Adem Bona makes tip in dunk
- 4th Quarter102-100Isaiah Collier makes two point shot (Kyle Filipowski assists)
- 4th Quarter102-102Quentin Grimes makes 2-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter102-103Quentin Grimes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter102-104Quentin Grimes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter102-105Jabari Walker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter102-106Jabari Walker makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Philadelphia 76ers, below favours Utah Jazz.
Venue
- Xfinity Mobile ArenaPhiladelphia, PA
- Attendance18386
- OfficialsBrent Barnaky, Che Flores, Aaron Smith
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