Washington’s scorching first half has Dallas level with Utah, with the game’s edge still up for grabs.
Friday’s first half ended 57-57 after Utah opened with a 28-26 edge and Dallas answered with a 31-29 second quarter. P.J. Washington led all scorers with 22 points, hitting 6 of 7 shots and 5 of 6 from three-point range. Keyonte George added 11 points and six assists for Utah, while Lauri Markkanen chipped in 12 points, including four threes. Dallas is 4-4 and 18th in the power index, compared with Utah at 1-7 and 29th; after the break, watch whether Washington stays hot and George can keep creating for the Jazz.
Key Performers
P.J. Washington, Dallas: 22 points, 6-for-7 FG, 5-for-6 3PT Keyonte George, Utah: 11 points, 6 assists Lauri Markkanen, Utah: 12 points, 4-for-8 3PT