Spurs Defeat Jazz, 102-94
The San Antonio Spurs defeated the host Utah Jazz, 102-94, at Vivint Arena on Tuesday.

There were seven ties and 17 lead changes in this game, with neither team leading by more than 10 points. With that said, San Antonio rode a 31-21 fourth quarter to their comeback win, completing an 18-point turnaround over the closing 17 minutes of this game. San Antonio shot 43 percent from the field while holding Utah to 35 percent shooting. The Spurs also recorded 23 assists to 12 turnovers, while the Jazz had 15 assists to 20 turnovers. They outscored Utah in the paint, 56-36, as well.

The Spurs (15-47) were led by Keldon Johnson, collecting 25 points, four rebounds and three assists on 12-of-19 from the field. Jeremy Sochan amassed 13 points, six rebounds and six assists. Zach Collins missed 13 of his 15 shots but finished with seven points, six rebounds, five assists and three steals. Doug McDermott led the bench with 19 points and three boards.

The Jazz (31-32) were led by Lauri Markkanen, totaling 28 points and 10 rebounds. Talen Horton-Tucker tallied 16 points, three rebounds, three assists and three blocks. Walker Kessler compiled 10 points, 15 rebounds, two assists and two blocks, while Kelly Olynyk generated eight points and 10 boards. Kris Dunn led the bench with 11 points, three assists and two steals.

On deck for San Antonio is a home matchup with the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday. As for Utah, they're off until Friday, traveling to play the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Posted on: 2/28/2023 8:57 PM
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