nba Game Recap
Los Angeles Defeats Utah 120-116 - Recap
Utah was victimized by Norman Powell for 41 points as the Clippers defeated the Jazz 120-116 in NBA action on Thursday.
Los Angeles won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -10.0-point spread. The game went OVER the consensus closing total of 230.0.
James Harden had 32 points for Los Angeles and Ben Simmons chipped in with 12 points. James Harden had 7 assists for the Clippers, while James Harden was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
Utah got 20 points from Lauri Markkanen in a losing cause and another 20 points from Kyle Filipowski. Keyonte George contributed 9 assists for the Jazz, while Kyle Filipowski had 10 rebounds.
The Clippers hit the break losing 60-54 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Utah as they grabbed 47 boards, while Los Angeles only had 43
Los Angeles looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Bucks. The Jazz will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Oklahoma City.