Kessler was outstanding in Utah’s 131-119 win over the Lakers, scoring 18 points with eight rebounds, two steals and a season-high six blocks. According to StatMuse, his performance made him the first NBA player this season to record five or more blocks without missing a single field goal.

League output left plenty to be desired — especially from an offensive standpoint — Hendricks opened the season as a member of the starting lineup and a rene

Portland looks to stop its three-game road losing streak with a win against Utah. Monday's matchup is the first this season for the squads.

The Jazz, led by rookie big man Kyle Filipowski, had a terrific 20/10 game, but ultimately fell short against Portland.

The Rockets' young core is the envy of the NBA — but the Jazz's youth outplayed them on this night. What happened?

After a rough showing on Monday night vs. the Los Angeles Lakers, the Utah Jazz got back on track during Wednesday's rematch in the Delta Center as they avoided their season series sweep against LA in a win, 131-119, reaching their 13th victory of the year.

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Markkanen has had a down season for the tanking Jazz after signing a five-year, $238 million contract this summer. The 27-year-old has averaged 19.3 points, 6.1 rebounds and 1.6 assists on 42.5 percent shooting from the field and 34.7 percent from three. Utah is 9-34 in games he has played.

The Rockets' road troubles resumed after the All-Star break with a sixth loss in a row away from home. The Utah Jazz got the better of Houston this time.

Keyonte George scored 30 points and Lauri Markkanen added 23 points and 10 rebounds to rally the Utah Jazz for a 124-115 victory over the Houston Rockets on Saturday night