Jazz vs. Cavaliers odds, line: Proven model reveals picks for NBA matchup on January 12

The Utah Jazz face the Cleveland Cavaliers in NBA action on Monday night. Utah is coming off a 150-95 loss to the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday, while Cleveland downed the Minnesota Timberwolves 146-134 that same day. The Jazz (13-25), who are fifth in the Northwest Division, are 5-7 against Eastern Conference foes this season. The Cavaliers (22-18), who are second in the Central Division, are 8-5 against Western Conference opponents. Utah will be without Georges Niang (foot), while Cleveland won't have Dean Wade (knee).

Tip-off from Rocket Arena in Cleveland is set for 7 p.m. ET. The Jazz lead the all-time series 62-54, but the Cavaliers have won six of the past seven meetings. Cleveland is a 12.5-point favorite in the latest Jazz vs. Cavaliers odds from SportsLine consensus, while the over/under for total points scored is 249.5. 

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