Key Takeaways:
- Lauri Markkanen registered 30 points as Utah overcame a 15-point deficit to defeat Brooklyn 123-110
- The Jazz outscored the Nets 42-20 in the fourth quarter, shooting 14-of-22 (63.6%) during the final period
- The Nets’ two-game winning run ended, with Michael Porter Jr. sidelined for injury management
Fourth-Quarter Turnaround Powers Utah
The Utah Jazz engineered a remarkable turnaround at Barclays Center, surging past the Brooklyn Nets 123-110 after trailing by 15 points in the first half. Key fourth-quarter contributions from Lauri Markkanen and Keyonte George proved decisive, as the Jazz outscored their hosts 42-20 in the final period.
Both Markkanen and George were instrumental in the closing stages, combining for 18 points in the fourth quarter alone – nearly matching Brooklyn’s total for the frame. Utah’s efficiency was on full display, converting 14 of 22 attempts (63.6%) in the last 12 minutes.
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Key Moments and Player Performances
With the contest level at 98 apiece with 6:29 left on the clock, George hit back-to-back three-pointers to push the visitors ahead. Although Ziaire Williams responded from deep for Brooklyn, Utah capitalised on a subsequent turnover by Tyrese Martin. Bryce Sensabaugh drew a foul on a three-point attempt, making two free throws to extend the advantage to 106-101.
Kyle Filipowski and Markkanen each nailed three-pointers in quick succession following a layup from Noah Clowney, building the Jazz’s lead to 112-103 with just over three minutes remaining.
Statistical Highlights
| Player | Team | Points | Bench/Starter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lauri Markkanen | Utah Jazz | 30 | Starter |
| Keyonte George | Utah Jazz | 29 | Starter |
| Kyle Filipowski | Utah Jazz | 15 | Starter |
| Walter Clayton Jr. | Utah Jazz | 13 | Bench |
| Noah Clowney | Brooklyn Nets | 29 | Starter |
| Ziaire Williams | Brooklyn Nets | 23 | Bench |
Nets Miss Porter Jr.; Upcoming Fixtures
Brooklyn played without leading scorer Michael Porter Jr., who was rested for injury management following his 33-point, 10-rebound effort in Wednesday’s win at Chicago. Porter carries an average of 25.3 points per game for the season.
Next, the Jazz remain in New York for a Friday fixture against the Knicks, while the Nets return to the Barclays Center to host the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday.
