Playoffs · Round 3 · Game 5
Utah JazzJazz
109
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
112
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah JazzJazz | 24 | 24 | 30 | 31 | 109 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 26 | 28 | 28 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Lakers survived the Jazz 112-109. Every possession went the Lakers way. Second-chance points piled up for the Lakers; the Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Jazz · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.