The Utah Jazz come into this match on the back of two impressive victories against the Orlando Magic and Miami Heat, scoring 105 and 136 points, respectively. Their recent form has been solid, with standout performances from Lauri Markkanen, who boasts an offensive rating of 121.4 and averages 19.32 points per game. Walker Kessler, with an offensive rating of 133.1, adds significant depth to their scoring capabilities. However, the Jazz will need to tighten their defense, as most of their starters have defensive ratings exceeding 120. In contrast, the Atlanta Hawks are on a three-game losing streak, having fallen to the Los Angeles Clippers, Lakers, and Denver Nuggets. Despite this, Trae Young remains a key offensive weapon, averaging 22.53 points per game with an offensive rating of 112.2. While Clint Capela strengthens their defense with a defensive rating of 111.8, the Hawks struggle with consistency, as seen in their recent performances. The absence of significant scoring from Vít Krejčí, who has a zero offensive rating, could further impact Atlanta’s chances.