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FanDuel. Kyle Filipowski burned me with an awful shooting performance in his last game, but he’s once again in prime position to produce tonight. Flip has cleared this line in seven of his last eight games without Walker Kessler, who is out tonight. It’s a solid paced up spot against the Pacers, and with the Jazz in tank mode, Filipowski’s minutes floor is incredibly safe.
If the Jazz are trying to lose (the "t" word) to give themselves the best possible chances for the top pick in the NBA draft lottery, they're doing a good job. Utah has lost seven straight and seventeen of eighteen, with recent losses by 26, 22, 29, 37, 36, and 38 points. Top two scorers Lauri Markkanen and John Collins are out, as are Jordan Clarkson and Walker Kessler....four of the top six Jazz scorers. The only question is if the Pacers are motivated to extend the margin, or maybe just can't help it. They're capable, having recently put 162 points on the Wizards, and Indiana remains motivated to keep winning and at least stay in the 4th East playoff slot. Play Pacers.