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Utah Defeats Phoenix 134-133 - Recap

Phoenix was victimized by Lauri Markkanen for 38 points as the Jazz defeated the Suns 134-133 in NBA action on Friday.

The Jazz were a +1.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 228.0.

Malik Beasley had 27 points for Utah and Jordan Clarkson chipped in with 20 points. Mike Conley had 10 assists for the Jazz, while Jarred Vanderbilt was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.

The Suns got a 49-point performance from Devin Booker, who was supported by 17 points from Deandre Ayton. Devin Booker had 10 assists in a losing cause for Phoenix, while Deandre Ayton grabbed 10 rebounds.

The Jazz hit the break winning 74-66 before taking care of business in the second half.

The rebound battle favored Phoenix as they grabbed 42 boards, while Utah only had 36

Utah heads into a battle against the Trail Blazers. Phoenix, meanwhile, will have their next action against New York.