Utah Jazz vs Lakers Match Player Stats
The clash between the Utah Jazz and the Los Angeles Lakers on February 14, 2024, was nothing short of electrifying. Both teams entered the court with high stakes, eager to secure a win that would boost their standings in the competitive Western Conference. The Lakers, known for their star-studded lineup, faced off against a Jazz team that has been consistent throughout the season. The game was filled with intense moments, skillful plays, and a display of athleticism that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Below, we delve into the player statistics from this thrilling matchup.
Los Angeles Lakers Player Stats
| PLAYER | MIN | FGM | FGA | FG% | 3PM | 3PA | 3P% | FTM | FTA | FT% | OREB | DREB | REB | AST | STL | BLK | TO | PF | PTS | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taurean Prince | 32:37 | 4 | 8 | 50.0 | 1 | 2 | 50.0 | 2 | 2 | 100 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 11 |
| Rui Hachimura | 33:38 | 13 | 19 | 68.4 | 6 | 8 | 75.0 | 4 | 5 | 80.0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 36 | 25 |
| Anthony Davis | 38:00 | 13 | 25 | 52.0 | 1 | 3 | 33.3 | 10 | 13 | 76.9 | 3 | 12 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 37 | 24 |
| Austin Reaves | 33:40 | 9 | 13 | 69.2 | 3 | 5 | 60.0 | 1 | 1 | 100 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 22 | 22 |
| D’Angelo Russell | 33:19 | 4 | 8 | 50.0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0 | 3 | 3 | 100 | 1 | 8 | 9 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 11 | 9 |
| Spencer Dinwiddie | 27:37 | 4 | 6 | 66.7 | 2 | 4 | 50.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 9 |
| Christian Wood | 16:14 | 1 | 5 | 20.0 | 0 | 4 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Dylan Windler | 8:21 | 1 | 4 | 25.0 | 1 | 4 | 25.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | -6 |
| Jaxson Hayes | 11:40 | 2 | 2 | 100 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | -2 |
| Colin Castleton | 2:27 | 1 | 1 | 100 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -7 |
| Skylar Mays | 2:27 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -7 |
| TOTALS | 52 | 91 | 57.1 | 14 | 31 | 45.2 | 20 | 24 | 83.3 | 5 | 32 | 37 | 34 | 8 | 4 | 9 | 13 | 138 | 16 |
Utah Jazz Player Stats
| PLAYER | MIN | FGM | FGA | FG% | 3PM | 3PA | 3P% | FTM | FTA | FT% | OREB | DREB | REB | AST | STL | BLK | TO | PF | PTS | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauri Markkanen | 33:41 | 6 | 15 | 40.0 | 2 | 7 | 28.6 | 2 | 2 | 100 | 2 | 6 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 16 | -16 |
| John Collins | 27:51 | 5 | 10 | 50.0 | 0 | 3 | 0.0 | 1 | 3 | 33.3 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 11 | -6 |
| Walker Kessler | 27:41 | 6 | 13 | 46.2 | 0 | 1 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 5 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 12 | -20 |
| Collin Sexton | 26:05 | 8 | 15 | 53.3 | 2 | 5 | 40.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 18 | -12 |
| Keyonte George | 32:59 | 5 | 9 | 55.6 | 3 | 5 | 60.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 13 | -5 |
| Taylor Hendricks | 16:11 | 4 | 9 | 44.4 | 1 | 6 | 16.7 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 9 | -1 |
| Kris Dunn | 17:21 | 5 | 6 | 83.3 | 1 | 2 | 50.0 | 1 | 1 | 100 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 12 | -21 |
| Jordan Clarkson | 32:29 | 6 | 14 | 42.9 | 3 | 8 | 37.5 | 2 | 2 | 100 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 17 | -17 |
| Talen Horton-Tucker | 15:54 | 2 | 5 | 40.0 | 1 | 4 | 25.0 | 2 | 2 | 100 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 7 | -10 |
| Luka Samanic | 2:27 | 1 | 1 | 100 | 1 | 1 | 100 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 7 |
| Omer Yurtseven | 2:27 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 1 | 2 | 50.0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 |
| Brice Sensabaugh | 2:27 | 1 | 3 | 33.3 | 0 | 2 | 0.0 | 1 | 1 | 100 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 7 |
| Kira Lewis Jr. | 2:27 | 0 | 1 | 0.0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Otto Porter Jr. | DNP | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| TOTALS | 49 | 101 | 48.5 | 14 | 45 | 31.1 | 10 | 13 | 76.9 | 15 | 29 | 44 | 29 | 5 | 7 | 13 | 21 | 122 | -16 |
Table of Contents
Match Recap and Analysis
The February 14, 2024, match between the Utah Jazz and the Los Angeles Lakers was a testament to the competitive spirit and skill present in the NBA. Both teams showcased remarkable performances, with the Lakers ultimately securing a win with a 138-122 scoreline. The Lakers dominated the game with their efficient shooting, particularly from beyond the arc, where they posted an impressive 45.2% success rate. Their ability to capitalize on free throws further solidified their lead, converting 83.3% of their attempts at the line.
Lakers’ Offensive Prowess
The Lakers’ offensive success was largely driven by the performances of Rui Hachimura and Anthony Davis. Hachimura’s shooting was nothing short of spectacular, hitting 68.4% from the field and a stunning 75% from three-point range. His 36 points were crucial in keeping the Lakers ahead. Davis was equally dominant, contributing 37 points and securing 15 rebounds, which provided the Lakers with both scoring and defensive solidity.
The team’s ability to distribute the ball effectively was also on full display, with D’Angelo Russell leading the way with 17 assists. This playmaking allowed the Lakers to maintain a fluid offense, consistently finding open shots and exploiting the Jazz’s defensive lapses.
Defensive Contributions
Defensively, the Lakers managed to contain the Jazz’s key players, preventing any single player from taking over the game. Their effort on the boards was commendable, with Davis leading the way with 15 rebounds. The team’s ability to secure defensive rebounds limited the Jazz’s second-chance points, which could have altered the momentum of the game.
Jazz’s Struggles
On the other hand, the Utah Jazz struggled to match the Lakers’ pace and efficiency. While Lauri Markkanen and Collin Sexton had respectable scoring outings with 16 and 18 points respectively, the team as a whole shot just 31.1% from beyond the arc. This contrast in three-point shooting proved to be a significant factor in the Jazz’s downfall, as they were unable to close the gap created by the Lakers’ sharpshooters.
Moreover, the Jazz’s inability to secure offensive rebounds hurt their chances of staying competitive. Despite their efforts, they were out-rebounded on the offensive glass, which deprived them of crucial second-chance opportunities.
Keyonte George’s Performance
One of the standout performances for the Jazz came from rookie Keyonte George, who demonstrated poise and efficiency in his 32 minutes on the court. Shooting 55.6% from the field and 60% from three-point range, George provided a much-needed spark for the Jazz. His seven assists also indicated his potential as a playmaker, a promising sign for the Jazz’s future.
Bench Contributions
The Lakers’ bench outperformed the Jazz’s reserves, providing crucial minutes and maintaining the team’s momentum when the starters rested. Spencer Dinwiddie, in particular, was efficient with his time on the floor, shooting 66.7% from the field and contributing 10 points. This depth was something the Jazz could not match, as their bench players struggled to make a significant impact.
Detailed Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown
First Quarter: Lakers Set the Tone
The game began with the Lakers taking an early lead, thanks to their aggressive offense and solid defense. Anthony Davis and Rui Hachimura were instrumental in setting the pace, combining for several early points and dominating the boards. The Jazz struggled to keep up, with their shots not falling as consistently as they would have liked.
Second Quarter: Jazz Fight Back
The second quarter saw the Jazz mount a comeback, led by Lauri Markkanen and Collin Sexton. They tightened their defense and started to find their rhythm on offense. However, the Lakers’ bench, particularly Spencer Dinwiddie, ensured that the Jazz’s run was contained. Despite the Jazz’s efforts, the Lakers went into halftime with a comfortable lead.
Third Quarter: Lakers Pull Away
The third quarter was where the Lakers truly asserted their dominance. They outscored the Jazz by a significant margin, with Hachimura and Davis continuing their scoring spree. The Lakers’ defense also ramped up, forcing several turnovers and limiting the Jazz’s offensive opportunities. By the end of the quarter, the Lakers had built a substantial lead that the Jazz would find difficult to overcome.
Fourth Quarter: Lakers Seal the Victory
In the final quarter, the Jazz made one last push to close the gap, with Keyonte George and Jordan Clarkson hitting some big shots. However, the Lakers’ experience and composure under pressure allowed them to maintain their lead. D’Angelo Russell’s playmaking in the final minutes ensured that the Lakers controlled the tempo, ultimately leading to their 138-122 victory.
Conclusion
The Lakers’ victory over the Jazz on February 14, 2024, highlighted the strengths and weaknesses of both teams. The Lakers’ balanced attack, efficient shooting, and defensive solidity proved too much for the Jazz, who despite their efforts, were unable to keep pace. This game serves as a reminder of the importance of both individual brilliance and team cohesion in securing wins in the NBA. As both teams move forward in the season, the Lakers will look to build on this performance, while the Jazz will need to address their shortcomings to remain competitive in the tightly contested Western Conference.
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