Jazz Prevail in Double-Overtime Thriller, 150-147 Over Bulls
SALT LAKE CITY – The Utah Jazz outlasted the Chicago Bulls 150-147 in a captivating double-overtime contest fueled by stellar performances from Lauri Markkanen and Keyonte George. Markkanen nearly single-handedly carried Utah’s offense wiht a game-high 47 points, while George turned his night around after a slow start, finishing with 33 points – including the decisive three-pointer.
The Bulls received a strong showing from Josh giddey,who recorded a triple-double with 26 points,12 rebounds,and 13 assists. Coby White added 27 points in his season debut. However, Utah’s consistency at the free-throw line and the late-game heroics of Markkanen and George proved to be the difference.
In other NBA action:
* Warriors Top Pelicans: The Golden State Warriors defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 124-106, highlighted by a career night from Moses Moody, who scored 32 points on eight three-pointers. Despite a quiet nine-point performance from Stephen Curry, Golden State established a double-digit lead early and maintained control.The game also featured a brief sideline exchange between Draymond Green and a fan. It was James Borrego’s debut as interim head coach of the Pelicans.
* Hawks Stun Suns: The Atlanta Hawks pulled off a remarkable comeback, defeating the Phoenix Suns 124-122 after trailing by as many as 22 points in the fourth quarter. Onyeka Okongwu led Atlanta with 27 points, while Nickeil Alexander-walker contributed 26 and crucial late-game shots. The hawks have now won five consecutive games despite playing without Trae Young and Kristaps Porzingis.Dillon Brooks scored 34 points and Devin Booker added 27 for Phoenix,who were also without Grayson Allen and Jalen Green.
