Utah Jazz vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Prediction: Can Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Start Hot?

Can Shai Gilgeous-Alexander start hot against the Jazz tonight? Josh Gayle shares his Utah Jazz vs. Oklahoma City Thunder prediction. Check it out.

Josh Gayle - March 20, 2024, 2:02 PM EDT

5 min

Utah Jazz vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Prediction: Can Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Start Hot?

I'm going back to a consistent moneymaker for us.

Jazz vs. Thunder DATE, TIME, WHERE TO WATCH

Date: March 20, 2024
Game Time: 8:00 pm ET
Where to Watch: NBA League Pass

Utah Jazz vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Pick

1u - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander o9.5 1Q Points (-132) Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds

We’ve been this one a few times and it always pays off. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander plays all 12 minutes of the first quarter and this game screams blowout. SGA hasn’t scored 10+ in the first quarter in his last three games but I believe that drought ends tonight.

Utah Jazz vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Prediction

Alexander finds himself against Utah. The Jazz defend point guards well on the season, but struggle against the pace of play that SGA plays with. Shai has hit this line against Utah in all three games against them this year.

This is a home game for SGA and he has better scoring numbers in Oklahoma City. With the Thunder barely clinging on the one seed in the West, I see Shai bringing elite scoring ability early in this one to hopefully secure some fourth quarter rest. The pace of this game will be quick and he should plenty of chances, let's roll!

WIN $25 GIFT CARD ON WEDNESDAY'S NBA SLATE

Think you know what will happen on today's NBA slate? Answer the questions below and get the perfect score for your chance to win a $25 Fanatics gift card.

NBA ODDS

Join the oddschecker Community

Bet with Intelligence

Sign-up for an oddschecker account to get expert picks, ai-driven betting tools and best odds across sportsbooks.

Insight

Kalshi with a green background on a phone

Kalshi Promo Code ODDSCHECKER Unlocks up to $500 in Bonuses for Anthony Joshua vs Kristian Prenga

Use Kalshi promo code ODDSCHECKER to trade $25 and get up to $500 in bonuses for Anthony Joshua vs Kristian Prenga on today!

Oliver Leonard

July 25, 2026, 3:30 PM EDT

3 Minute Read

Where Can I Bet on Anthony Joshua vs Kristian Prenga Near Me? Legal Betting States, and Sportsbooks for the Boxing Fight

Find out Where You can Bet on this weekends Anthony Joshua vs Kristian Prenga Fight Legally in the US, and Read Our Guide to the Best Boxing Betting Sites and Offers.

Oliver Leonard

July 25, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT

5 Minute Read

Can You Bet on the Anthony Joshua vs Kristian Prenga Fight?

Find out if you can bet on Anthony Joshua vs Kristian Prenga this weekend and claim some epic bonuses from DraftKings, FanDuel, and Kalshi!

Oliver Leonard

July 24, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT

5 Minute Read

WNBA 3-Point Contest Odds: Marina Mabrey, Azzi Fudd Favorites in 2026 All-Star 3-Point Contest

Marina Mabrey offers strong value at +300 in the 2026 WNBA 3-Point Contest after leading the league in made threes during the first half. Azzi Fudd owns the shortest odds, but the rookie’s first appearance under the All-Star spotlight creates an opening for the experienced Toronto Tempo sharpshooter.

Peter Alexis

July 24, 2026, 12:45 PM EDT

4 Minute Read

Philadelphia 76ers NBA Champion Odds Fly to +900 After LeBron James Shocking Signing on Friday Morning

LeBron James has signed with the Philadelphia 76ers in a stunning move that immediately reshaped the NBA futures market. Philadelphia’s championship odds shortened to +900, tying the New York Knicks for the third-shortest price, while the Sixers moved to +370 to win the Eastern Conference.

Peter Alexis

July 24, 2026, 11:55 AM EDT

5 Minute Read

More Insights

Picks

r football worldcup poland lewandowski new

NYCFC vs. Chicago Fire Prediction, Best Bet, Latest MLS Odds for Saturday, July 25th

Robert Lewandowski searches for his first MLS goal when Chicago Fire visit NYCFC in one of Saturday night’s strongest Eastern Conference matchups. Chicago’s new striker was held scoreless in his debut, but the +125 anytime market offers an attractive price for another opportunity inside Yankee Stadium’s compact dimensions.

Peter Alexis

July 25, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT

4 Minute Read

Team Weatherspoon vs. Team Cooper Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest WNBA All-Star Game Odds - Saturday, July 25th

Team Weatherspoon enters the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game as a 3.5-point favorite behind A’ja Wilson, Caitlin Clark and superstar rookie Olivia Miles. With Aliyah Boston, Jessica Shepard and Allisha Gray adding even more talent, the favorite has enough scoring and depth to create separation.

Peter Alexis

July 25, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT

4 Minute Read

Errol Spence Jr. vs. Tim Tsyzu Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Boxing Odds for Saturday, July 25th

Errol Spence Jr. returns from a three-year layoff to face Tim Tszyu in a difficult comeback assignment on Australian soil. Spence is a narrow -130 favorite, but Tszyu’s activity, pressure and home advantage make the underdog attractive at even money.

Peter Alexis

July 25, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT

4 Minute Read

Anthony Joshua vs. Kristian Prenga Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Boxing Odds for Saturday, July 25th

Anthony Joshua returns against Kristian Prenga as a massive -1200 favorite in his first fight since surviving a devastating car crash in December. With a long-awaited Tyson Fury showdown potentially awaiting later this year, Joshua should pursue an emphatic early finish rather than allow the dangerous but unproven Prenga to build confidence.

Peter Alexis

July 25, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT

4 Minute Read

Magomed Ankalaev vs Bogdan Guskov Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest UFC Odds for Saturday, July 25th in Abu Dhabi

Former UFC light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev returns against surging knockout artist Bogdan Guskov in the UFC Abu Dhabi main event. Guskov carries legitimate power and enters unbeaten in five fights, but Ankalaev’s technical advantages should produce a decisive comeback victory.

Peter Alexis

July 25, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT

4 Minute Read