The Jazz opened with a 47-point burst and still lead Los Angeles 49-32 early in the second quarter.
Utah erupted for 47 points in the first quarter, building an 18-point lead over the Lakers’ 29. Los Angeles has edged the early second-quarter scoring 3-2, but the Jazz remain in front 49-32. Airious Bailey has poured in 15 points on 7-of-8 shooting in 8:46, while Lauri Markkanen has 12 on 4-of-5. Luka Doncic leads all scorers with 17 points, though he is 5-of-11 from the field and the Lakers remain 17 points back.
Key Performers
Airious Bailey (UTA): 15 points, 7-of-8 FG, 7 rebounds Luka Doncic (LAL): 17 points, 5-of-11 FG, 4 rebounds Lauri Markkanen (UTA): 12 points, 4-of-5 FG