The Utah Jazz will face off against the Oklahoma City Thunder in a matchup highlighting contrasting fortunes this season. The Jazz enter the game with a record of 10-31, struggling with a three-game losing streak and a conference record of 3-24. In contrast, the Thunder boast an impressive 35-7 record, currently sitting atop their division and riding a one-game winning streak.
Key players for the Thunder include Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who leads the team with an average of 31.5 points per game, while Isaiah Hartenstein contributes significantly on the boards with 12.2 rebounds per game. The Jazz’s Lauri Markkanen leads his team with 20.1 points per game, but the team faces challenges with several players listed as questionable or out due to injuries. This game presents a critical opportunity for both teams to assert their standings in the league.
Utah Jazz at Oklahoma City Thunder Game Information
Game Date: January 22, 2025
Game Time: 08:00 PM ET
TV Channel: FanDuel Sports Network Midwest Extra – Missouri, ATT ROOT Sports Northwest Alt 1, NBA League Pass Channel 8
Location: Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, OK
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)
Oklahoma City Thunder Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 35-7
Conference Record: 19-6
Division Record: 5-1
Streak: 1 win
Utah Jazz Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 10-31
Conference Record: 3-24
Division Record: 1-5
Streak: 3 loss
Stat Leaders
Oklahoma City Thunder (35-7, #1 in division)
Points Leader: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, 31.5 PPG
Rebounds Leader: Isaiah Hartenstein, 12.17 RPG
Assists Leader: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, 6.1 APG
Steals Leader: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, 2.07 SPG
Blocks Leader: Chet Holmgren, 2.6 BPG
Utah Jazz (10-31, #5 in division)
Points Leader: Lauri Markkanen, 20.1 PPG
Rebounds Leader: Walker Kessler, 11.36 RPG
Assists Leader: Keyonte George, 5.6 APG
Steals Leader: Taylor Hendricks, 1.67 SPG
Blocks Leader: Walker Kessler, 2.45 BPG
Oklahoma City Thunder Injury Report
Chet Holmgren – Hip (Out) – The Thunder announced on Friday (Jan. 17) that Holmgren is continuing to progress in his return to play protocol and will be re-evaluated in approximately three to five weeks, per Sr. NBA Writer Marc J. Spears.
Isaiah Hartenstein – Calf (Out) – The Thunder announced that Hartenstein sustained a left soleus strain in Tuesday’s (Jan. 14) game against the Sixers and that he will be re-evaluated in one week, per Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com.
Nikola Topić – ACL (Out For Season) – Topic underwent a successful left ACL procedure Wednesday and will miss the 2024-25 season, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
Ajay Mitchell – Toe (Out) – The Thunder announced on Friday (Jan. 10) that Mitchell underwent a successful procedure to address a turf toe sprain in his great right toe. He will be re-evaluated 10-12 weeks.
Jalen Williams – Hip (Day To Day) – The Thunder listed Williams as Questionable for Wednesday’s (Jan. 22) game against the Jazz.
Utah Jazz Injury Report
Johnny Juzang – Hand (Out) – The Jazz listed Juzang as OUT for Wednesday’s (Jan. 22) game against the Thunder.
John Collins – Hip (Day To Day) – The Jazz listed Collins as Questionable for Wednesday’s (Jan. 22) game against the Thunder.
Brice Sensabaugh – Ankle (Day To Day) – The Jazz listed Sensabaugh as Questionable for Wednesday’s (Jan. 22) game against the Thunder.
Cody Williams – Ankle (Out) – The Jazz listed Williams as OUT for Wednesday’s (Jan. 22) game against the Thunder.
Lauri Markkanen – Back (Day To Day) – The Jazz listed Markkanen as Questionable for Wednesday’s (Jan. 22) game against the Thunder.
Jordan Clarkson – Plantar (Out) – Clarkson underwent an MRI on his left foot on Monday (Jan. 6) which confirmed a torn plantar fascia, per Sarah Todd of The Deseret News. He will be re-evaluated in two weeks.
Taylor Hendricks – Fibula (Out For Season) – Hendricks underwent surgery on Wednesday (Nov. 6) to repair a fractured right fibula and dislocated right ankle, per Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune.
Oklahoma City Thunder Upcoming 2024-2025 Schedule
January 22, 2025 vs Utah Jazz
January 23, 2025 vs Dallas Mavericks
January 26, 2025 at Portland Trail Blazers
January 29, 2025 at Golden State Warriors
February 01, 2025 vs Sacramento Kings
February 03, 2025 vs Milwaukee Bucks
February 05, 2025 vs Phoenix Suns
February 07, 2025 vs Toronto Raptors
February 08, 2025 at Memphis Grizzlies
February 10, 2025 vs New Orleans Pelicans
Utah Jazz Upcoming 2024-2025 Schedule
January 22, 2025 at Oklahoma City Thunder
January 25, 2025 at Memphis Grizzlies
January 27, 2025 vs Milwaukee Bucks
January 28, 2025 at Golden State Warriors
January 30, 2025 vs Minnesota Timberwolves
February 01, 2025 vs Orlando Magic
February 03, 2025 vs Indiana Pacers
February 05, 2025 vs Golden State Warriors
February 07, 2025 at Phoenix Suns
February 08, 2025 at LA Clippers