Denver Nuggets vs Utah Jazz Head-to-Head

Jazz built their historical edge pre-1996, winning 66 of 120 decided meetings (55%). In the modern era they are 73-57 against each other (56% Jazz). Nuggets have won 10 straight in this matchup, the longest active run in the series. Games average a 11.4-point winning margin, with the largest decided blowout coming via Jazz's 41-point win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Nuggets hold a 13-7 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 1980s produced the deepest sample with 67 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series and the era that anchors most of its statistical character. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1976, so the rivalry has now spanned 50 seasons of league history. Most recent result: Nuggets won 130-117 on Apr 1, 2026. Through the 2020s Nuggets have led 21-12 between the teams.