nba Game Recap
Utah Jazz vs Houston Rockets Wrap - Utah Wins 131-114
The Rockets were burned for 49 points by Lauri Markkanen on Thursday as the Jazz picked up a 131-114 win at Toyota Center.
Bettors who backed the Jazz were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -7.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 232.0.
Jordan Clarkson had 19 points for Utah and Malik Beasley chipped in with 19 points. Mike Conley had 11 assists for the Jazz, while Jarred Vanderbilt was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
Houston got 30 points from Jalen Green in a losing cause and another 23 points from Kevin Porter Jr.. Jalen Green contributed 4 assists for the Rockets, while Alperen Sengun had 14 rebounds.
The Jazz hit the break winning 64-56 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Houston as they grabbed 49 boards, while Utah only had 42
Next game, Utah takes its act on the road to face Chicago looking for another win. For Houston, they head home to face Minnesota.