Jazz, Rockets Set for Game 5 in Houston
The Utah Jazz will visit the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on Wednesday evening for Game 5 of the Western Conference first-round playoffs. Houston leads the series, 3-1.

Utah (1-3) staved off elimination with a win in Game 4. The Jazz relied heavily on their top-ranked defense, as they held Houston to just 35.4 percent shooting in that one. Rudy Gobert blocked three shots while playing a key role in limiting the Rockets to just 18 points in the paint. On offense, Utah saw a game-high 31 points from Donovan Mitchell. Jae Crowder added 23 points and the Jazz also saw an 18-point, 10-assist double-double from Ricky Rubio. All in all, it was the type of game Utah had needed all series. The team will face a tough task as it enters Houston with a 3-1 deficit on its hands.

The Jazz have no short-term injuries to report ahead of Game 5.

Houston (3-1) delivered what was undoubtedly its worst offensive showing of the postseason in Game 4. On top of its dismal 35 percent shooting clip, the team also struggled to take care of the ball. Reigning MVP James Harden committed a postseason-high eight turnovers en route to the loss. Still, Harden was able to rack up plenty of points, leading the Rockets with 30 despite the loss. The team will look to improve its efficiency and minimize turnovers as it gears up for a potential series-clinching Game 5 on its home court.

The Rockets also enter the game with a clean bill of health.
Posted on: 4/23/2019 9:17 PM
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