Blazers Dominate Jazz for 137-117 Victory
Monday, January 5, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Moda Center
Portland Trail Blazers 137, Utah Jazz 117, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Utah Jazz vs Portland Trail Blazers?
Portland Trail Blazers beat Utah Jazz 137-117 at Moda Center on January 5, 2026.
Who was favored in Utah Jazz vs Portland Trail Blazers?
Portland Trail Blazers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -230 (about 70% implied). The favorite won.
The Portland Trail Blazers secured a decisive 137-117 win over the Utah Jazz at the Moda Center, extending their lead in the season series to 3-0. This victory highlights Portland's recent resurgence, as they have now won their last two games and improved their record to 18-20, while the Jazz fell to 12-24 with their fourth consecutive loss.
In their last ten games, the Trail Blazers have shown a solid performance with a record of 6-4, averaging 111.4 points scored per game while allowing 113.8. Their recent form includes notable wins against the San Antonio Spurs and the New Orleans Pelicans, both of which were achieved on the road, showcasing their ability to perform away from home. At home, they have maintained a balanced record of 3-3 over their last six games.
Conversely, the Jazz have struggled recently, with a record of 3-7 in their last ten games and an average of 123.4 points scored against 128.9 allowed. Their last victory came against the San Antonio Spurs, but they have since lost to the Golden State Warriors and the LA Clippers, indicating a downward trend as they continue to face challenges on both ends of the court. Utah's away record stands at 1-3 in their last four games, further emphasizing their difficulties on the road.
In terms of head-to-head matchups, the Trail Blazers have dominated the series against the Jazz, leading 3-0 this season. Their previous encounters included a narrow 136-134 win on October 30, 2025, and a 114-112 victory on February 25, 2025. The Jazz's only win in recent meetings came on April 10, 2025, when they edged out the Blazers 133-126.
Injury concerns are affecting both teams, with the Trail Blazers missing Shaedon Sharpe due to a knee issue and having key players like Ja Morant and Damian Lillard listed as day-to-day with elbow and Achilles injuries, respectively. The Jazz also have players dealing with injuries, including Trey Alexander and Jaren Jackson Jr., both listed as day-to-day with rib and knee issues.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Trail Blazers favored by 5.5 points, with a total set at 242.5. The odds reflected Portland's home advantage and their recent form, which has been more favorable compared to the Jazz.
Conditions at the Moda Center were typical for a basketball game, with a lively atmosphere as fans supported the Trail Blazers. The game featured several scoring plays that showcased the offensive capabilities of both teams, including notable contributions from players like Jusuf Nurkic and Yang Hansen.
As the game progressed, the Blazers maintained control, with key plays in the fourth quarter sealing their victory. The final minutes saw a series of scoring plays, including a layup from Caleb Love and free throws from Yang Hansen, which solidified Portland's lead.
Overall, this game served as a testament to the Trail Blazers' current form and their ability to capitalize on home court advantage, while the Jazz will need to regroup as they continue to face challenges in their upcoming fixtures.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | POR -5.5 | 242.5 o -105 / u -115 | Utah Jazz +190 · Portland Trail Blazers -230 |
Injury report
- Ja MorantDay-To-DayElbowPortland Trail Blazers
- Shaedon SharpeOutKneePortland Trail Blazers
- Damian LillardDay-To-DayAchillesPortland Trail Blazers
- Trey AlexanderDay-To-DayRibsUtah Jazz
- Jaren Jackson Jr.Day-To-DayKneeUtah Jazz
Leaders
- PointsDeni Avdija33Portland Trail Blazers
- AssistsDeni Avdija9Portland Trail Blazers
- ReboundsDonovan Clingan17Portland Trail Blazers
- PointsLauri Markkanen22Utah Jazz
- AssistsIsaiah Collier8Utah Jazz
- ReboundsJusuf Nurkic12Utah Jazz
Recent form
Portland Trail Blazers
Last 10: 6-4Streak W2111.4 scored · 113.8 allowed per game3-3 at home
- W115-110at San Antonio SpursJan 4
- W122-109at New Orleans PelicansJan 3
- L95-124at Oklahoma City ThunderJan 1
- W125-122vs Dallas MavericksDec 30
- W114-108vs Boston CelticsDec 28
- L103-119vs LA ClippersDec 27
- L106-110vs Orlando MagicDec 24
- L102-110vs Detroit PistonsDec 23
- W98-93at Sacramento KingsDec 21
- W134-133vs Sacramento KingsDec 19
Utah Jazz
Last 10: 3-7Streak L3123.4 scored · 128.9 allowed per game1-3 away
- L114-123at Golden State WarriorsJan 4
- L101-118at LA ClippersJan 2
- L119-129vs Boston CelticsDec 31
- W127-114at San Antonio SpursDec 28
- W131-129vs Detroit PistonsDec 27
- L128-137vs Memphis GrizzliesDec 24
- L112-135at Denver NuggetsDec 23
- L127-128vs Orlando MagicDec 21
- L135-143vs Los Angeles LakersDec 19
- W140-133vs Dallas MavericksDec 16
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 |
Box score
| Stat | Utah Jazz | Portland Trail Blazers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 45-92 | 49-93 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 13-31 | 19-48 |
| Three-point % | 42 | 40 |
| Free throws | 14-17 | 20-21 |
| Free throw % | 82 | 95 |
| Rebounds | 42 | 45 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 31 |
| Assists | 32 | 32 |
| Steals | 11 | 9 |
| Blocks | 2 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 27 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 21 | 19 |
| Points in the paint | 52 | 48 |
| Fouls | 19 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 32 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 4 | 94 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter76-103Kyle Filipowski makes running layup (Keyonte George assists)
- 3rd Quarter78-103Isaiah Collier makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter80-103Keyonte George makes running layup (Kyle Filipowski assists)
- 3rd Quarter80-105Kris Murray makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter80-108Shaedon Sharpe makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter82-108Lauri Markkanen makes alley oop layup (Isaiah Collier assists)
- 3rd Quarter82-111Sidy Cissoko makes 24-foot three point shot (Shaedon Sharpe assists)
- 3rd Quarter83-111Kyle Filipowski makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter83-114Shaedon Sharpe makes 24-foot three point jumper (Deni Avdija assists)
- 4th Quarter85-114Isaiah Collier makes running layup (Brice Sensabaugh assists)
- 4th Quarter85-116Toumani Camara makes 8-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter88-116Brice Sensabaugh makes 26-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter88-118Kris Murray makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter91-118Lauri Markkanen makes 22-foot three point jumper (Cody Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter91-119Toumani Camara makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter91-120Toumani Camara makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter93-120Jusuf Nurkic makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter95-120Isaiah Collier makes driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter96-120Isaiah Collier makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter96-122Caleb Love makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter98-122Jusuf Nurkic makes 2-foot floating jump shot (Keyonte George assists)
- 4th Quarter98-124Caleb Love makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter100-124Jusuf Nurkic makes layup (Walter Clayton Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter101-124Jusuf Nurkic makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter103-124Jusuf Nurkic makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter103-127Sidy Cissoko makes 25-foot three point jumper (Toumani Camara assists)
- 4th Quarter104-127Isaiah Collier makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter107-127Walter Clayton Jr. makes 28-foot running pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter107-129Rayan Rupert makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter109-129Cody Williams makes 1-foot reverse layup (Walter Clayton Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter111-129Cody Williams makes 1-foot dunk (Isaiah Collier assists)
- 4th Quarter111-131Toumani Camara makes layup (Caleb Love assists)
- 4th Quarter113-131Jusuf Nurkic makes 4-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter113-133Yang Hansen makes 9-foot two point shot (Sidy Cissoko assists)
- 4th Quarter113-135Caleb Love makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter115-135Kyle Filipowski makes layup (Walter Clayton Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter115-136Yang Hansen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter115-137Yang Hansen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter116-137Isaiah Collier makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter117-137Isaiah Collier makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Portland Trail Blazers, below favours Utah Jazz.
Venue
- Moda CenterPortland, OR
- Attendance16785
- OfficialsEd Malloy, Dedric Taylor, Evan Scott
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