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Sat Mar 19, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Utah JazzJazz
114
away
Chemistry Hot
Washington WizardsWizards
103
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Utah JazzJazz 26 31 23 34 114
Washington WizardsWizards 25 25 29 24 103

After Action Report

In Washington, the Jazz pulled away from the Wizards 114-103. The better team simply showed up tonight. Jazz's Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; second-chance points piled up for the Jazz. The Jazz bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Jazz per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • Wizards · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Jazz · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Jazz · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Jazz · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.