Tue Feb 15, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Utah JazzJazz
109
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
106
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah JazzJazz | 28 | 28 | 28 | 25 | 109 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 26 | 24 | 27 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Jazz snuck past the Lakers 109-106. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Jazz came in with something to prove after a loss; Jazz's veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Jazz bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Jazz per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Jazz · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Jazz · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.