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George's Late Heroics Seal Jazz Victory Over Pistons
27 Dec
Summary
- Keyonte George scored 31 points, hitting the game-winner.
- Cade Cunningham had 29 points and 17 assists in the loss.
- Utah Jazz ended a four-game losing streak with the win.
The Utah Jazz ended their four-game losing skid with a narrow 131-129 victory against the Detroit Pistons on Friday night. Keyonte George was the standout performer for the Jazz, netting 31 points and sinking the crucial go-ahead floater with just 2.1 seconds left on the clock. This clutch play came after a back-and-forth final quarter that saw the Pistons rally to tie the game.
Detroit's Cade Cunningham delivered a stellar performance with 29 points and a personal-best 17 assists, but his last-second shot to win or tie failed to fall. Despite the loss, the Pistons shot an efficient 52.2% from the field and made 18 three-pointers. Lauri Markkanen also had a strong offensive showing for Utah, scoring 30 points.
The Jazz managed to secure the win despite a recent defensive struggle, applying pressure in the closing moments with a key block and steals. This victory marks a significant turnaround for Utah, while the Pistons, despite their strong recent form, will look to rebound on their current road trip.
