John Collins secured a dramatic ending by making a game-winning dunk to help the Utah Jazz defeat the Dallas Mavericks 115-113. His winning shot with 6.4 seconds remaining ended Utah’s streak of not winning at home, giving them their first win in Salt Lake City this year.
Collins Shines in the Clutch
John Collins was the top scorer for the Jazz, contributing 28 points along with nine rebounds, three assists, and two steals in an impressive display. John Collins secured the lead for the Jazz by converting Jordan Clarkson’s missed shot into a gentle dunk with only 36.7 seconds left. Following a clutch three-pointer by Klay Thompson, Clarkson assisted with a flawless pass, enabling Collins to secure the win with his game-clinching dunk.
Jazz Find Momentum at Home
The Jazz started their season poorly with five straight home losses, their worst since the team was founded in 1974-75. Yet, Utah has now claimed victory in three out of their last five games, displaying resilience. Jordan Clarkson recorded 20 points and a key assist, with Collin Sexton, Kyle Filipowski, Keyonte George, and Lauri Markkanen adding significant points as substitutes.
Doncic Leads Dallas Despite Loss
Dallas star player Luka Doncic had an impressive showing, putting up 37 points along with nine assists and seven rebounds. Nevertheless, his attempts did not succeed in avoiding Dallas’s fourth consecutive defeat. The Mavericks, without Kyrie Irving because of a shoulder injury, put up a strong fight but came up short in the end.
Both teams had a field goal percentage of over 50%, but Utah outperformed Dallas in rebounds (40-30) and three-pointers made (13 compared to Dallas’ 12). Collins’ impressive performance in the final moments of the game will be a standout moment of the season as Utah looks to capitalize on this victory.
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