Lauri Markkanen led the Utah Jazz with 35 points, while rookie Ace Bailey contributed 20 points as the team set the highest scoring mark in an NBA game this season. The Jazz defeated the Indiana Pacers 152–128 on Wednesday night.
The 5th overall pick in this year’s draft showcased his full offensive skills in just his second start after recovering from illness, according to News.Az citing ESPN. Svi Mykhailiuk also added 20 points for Utah.
The Jazz consistently attacked the paint and capitalized on open shooters. Isaiah Collier orchestrated the offense, dishing out 11 of Utah’s 38 assists. Indiana coach Rick Carlisle used all his timeouts in an attempt to halt Utah’s offensive runs, but the Jazz outworked the Pacers on the second night of a back-to-back, winning the rebound battle 45–35.
“5 overall pick in this year’s draft, showcased his full offensive range in just his second start after recovering from illness.” - News.Az citing ESPN
Author's summary: Utah Jazz delivered a commanding offensive performance with season-high points, overcoming the Pacers' stiff defense and poor start this season.