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Thu Mar 24, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
116
away
Chemistry Hot
Utah JazzJazz
113
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Washington WizardsWizards 27 38 24 27 116
Utah JazzJazz 27 30 24 32 113

After Action Report

The Wizards squeaked past the Jazz 116-113. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Wizards answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Wizards' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Wizards bench chemistry carried them. Wizards' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Jazz · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Jazz · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Wizards · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.