The Utah Jazz defeated the visiting Toronto Raptors, 145-113, at Vivint Arena on Friday.

While this wasn't a wire-to-wire win, Utah never relinquished the lead after the opening 10 minutes. They won all four individual quarters and took control with a 36-22 second quarter. They led by at least 15 points for the entirety of the second half, getting their lead up to 35 points at times. The Jazz shot 56 percent from the field while holding the Raptors to 43 percent shooting. Utah out-rebounded Toronto, 68-36, while outscoring them in the paint, 58-32. They also out-assisted them, 34-25.

The Raptors (15-24) were led by Pascal Siakam, providing 27 points, four rebounds and two assists. Scottie Barnes amassed 19 points, three rebounds, three assists and three blocks. Immanuel Quickley collected 15 points and three boards. RJ Barrett registered four points, seven rebounds, two assists and three blocks, while Dennis Schroder led the bench with 12 points and four assists.

The Jazz (20-20) were led by Lauri Markkanen, tallying 22 points, nine rebounds and two assists. Collin Sexton compiled 20 points, two rebounds and five assists. Jordan Clarkson led the bench with 21 points and five assists. Kelly Olynyk also generated 11 points, 10 rebounds and five assists off of the pine as well.

Utah has to play again on Saturday, remaining home to play the Los Angeles Lakers. As for Toronto, they return to action on Monday in a home matchup with the Boston Celtics.