The Utah Jazz defeated the visiting Los Angeles Clippers, 120-118, at Vivint Arena on Friday.

While Utah held the lead for the first 40 minutes of this game, it wasn't decided until the final shot. In fact, there were four ties and six lead changes in the closing six minutes, with Jordan Clarkson hitting a game-winning three with 29 seconds remaining. Kawhi Leonard and Russell Westbrook both missed shots on the next possession for LA. Utah out-assisted Los Angeles, 27-17, while out-rebounding them, 54-44. The Jazz also outscored them in second-chance points, 33-8, and in fastbreak scoring, 18-5.

The Clippers (1-1) were led by Paul George, collecting 36 points and four rebounds. Kawhi Leonard finished with 25 points, nine rebounds, five assists and two steals. Russell Westbrook tallied four points, nine rebounds and four assists, while Norman Powell led the bench with 20 points and three boards. Bones Hyland had 12 points and two rebounds.

The Jazz (1-1) were led by Lauri Markkanen, providing 35 points, 12 rebounds and three assists. Jordan Clarkson amassed 13 points, four rebounds and six assists. John Collins compiled 13 points and 12 boards, while Talen Horton-Tucker totaled 10 points, three rebounds, eight assists and three steals. Kelly Olynyk led the bench with 15 points, four rebounds and three assists.

On deck for Utah is a road matchup with the Phoenix Suns on Saturday. As for Los Angeles, they play host to the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday for their next outing.