On a series of three consecutive victories, the Clippers had the opportunity to prolong the pleasure with the reception of the Jazz this night in Los Angeles. But the Utah troops still valiantly defended their fine record, standing up to the Californians all evening before making the difference in the final minutes thanks to Jordan Clarkson (23 points, 5 assists) and Lauri Markkanen (18 points, 9 rebounds). ). Utah thus won an 8th victory in 11 games this season (110-102).
However, everything had started for the best for the locals with a bleeding Paul George from the outset, author of 15 points in the first quarter. But, opposite, the Utah collective quickly took over, with in particular a more than perfect Markkanen, 14 points at 4/4 on shots and 5/5 on throws in the first half. With a 13-7 before halftime, the Jazz had taken control behind their trident of veterans, Conley – Clarkson and therefore Markkanen.
But the Clippers reacted as soon as they returned from the locker room with a scathing 7-0 from the start in the third quarter. More aggressive, the teammates of a determined John Wall will win the period (29-21) to stay afloat before the last quarter. Under the impetus of Wall, who devours spaces at every opportunity, the Clippers even thought they were sailing calmly towards a 4th success in a row. But it was without counting on the cold blood of Conley, then Malik Beasley who will launch a fatal 14-2 to the Clippers.
At -4 2 minutes from the end, the Clippers could still believe it, but without an offensive solution other than Paul George (who will finish at 0/5 in the 4th quarter), Los Angeles will crack in the finish, only managing to score 17 points over the last twelve minutes (110-102).
WHAT YOU MUST REMEMBER
— An uninspired attack for the Clippers. If Paul George finished well with 34 points and 8 rebounds (plus 5 stray bullets) and Ivica Zubac (12 points, 9 rebounds) did what he could under the panels, the Clippers clearly lacked offensive options. John Wall came off the bench well to bring his punch and his speed, especially at the end of the 3rd quarter, but the Jacksons, Covingtons, Batums and Powells were clearly not at the expected level, with 12 points to four… Above all, c It was in the last quarter that the Clippers’ attack seemed the most borrowed, with no tactical solution either from Ty Lue’s bench.
— A Jazz still as coherent. After beating the Lakers, the Jazz therefore do double duty for their trip to Los Angeles by also beating the Clippers. This was clearly not the scenario imagined at the start of the season, but the Utah franchise never ceases to thwart the predictions. Tonight, they did it as a team, with Clarkson (23 points) and Sexton (22 points) as the main fireworks. But it was Conley and Markkanen, respectively at 23 and 26 in the rating, who responded late in the game, driving the famous 14-2 that will put the Jazz in front for good. More skilful at 3-points and throws, more conquering on the rebound, the Jazz players have fully deserved their victory.
— 32 years of waiting… For the first time since 1990, the Jazz won twice in a row in Los Angeles. Friday was against the Lakers and this Sunday night, it’s against the Clippers.
TOPS/FLOPS
✅ Mike Conley. The veteran point guard still hasn’t managed games of 20 or more points this season but, without blazing on offense, he is clearly the boss of his team with his experience and status. That night, he embodied his team’s own game, with 17 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 steals, all at 7/13 on shots. Only problem, his 2/6 to 3-pointers.
✅ Lauri Markkanen. Perfect in the first half, with 14 points already on the clock, Lauri Markkanen finished with 18 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists, a performance within his season standards. In slight decline in skill in the last three games, the “Finnisher” has in any case been able to vary his game enough to disturb the Clippers.
⛔ Reggie Jackson. So precious last season when Kawhi Leonard was injured, Reggie Jackson can’t do it this year! Paul George’s great pal is blowing hot and cold at the start of the season, and more often cold than hot. Like last night with a tasteless match, only 3 points and 3 shots attempted…
THE FOLLOWING
Los Angeles (5-5) : Cleveland reception tonight.
Utah (8-3) : reception of the Lakers tonight.
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