Key Performances:
- Charlotte Hornets:
- Mark Williams had an outstanding performance, posting 26 points and grabbing 14 rebounds, securing a double-double.
- Grant Williams also contributed significantly with 24 points, helping the Hornets maintain their lead throughout the game.
- Utah Jazz:
- Walker Kessler recorded a solid double-double, scoring 22 points and collecting 10 rebounds.
- Keyonte George, returning from a five-game absence due to left heel inflammation, scored 15 points, with six assists and four rebounds, marking his return to the court.
Team Statistics:
- Field Goal Percentage:
- The Hornets shot 51.5%, making 35 out of 68 attempts.
- The Jazz shot 43.9%, hitting 36 of 82 shots.
- Three-Point Shooting:
- Charlotte made 10 of 32 three-point attempts (31.3%).
- Utah hit 11 of 34 three-pointers (32.4%).
With this win, the Hornets improved to 9-28, while the Jazz fell to 10-29 on the season.
This victory marked an important rebound for the Hornets, who have struggled in recent games, while the Jazz will need to reevaluate their performance moving forward.
