Jazz Guard Mike Conley Fakes, Spins For Shot Against Blazers
Apr 10, 2022, 8:44 PM
Mike Conley # 11 of the Utah Jazz drives to the basket past Nassir Little # 9 and Anfernee Simons # 1 of the Portland Trail Blazers during the first half at Moda Center on December 29, 2021 in Portland, Oregon. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)
(Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)
SALT LAKE CITY – Jazz guard Mike Conley faked and spun in the lane before hitting a shot during Utah’s game against the Portland Trail Blazers.
The Blazers hosted the Jazz at Moda Center on Sunday, April 10.
With 3:53 left in the first half, Conley faked a shot in the paint, spun to avoid Portland defenders, and faked another attempt before pushing up a floater that went through the net.
Conley’s shot gave the Jazz a 42-33 lead.
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At halftime, Utah owned a 52-40 lead.
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During the opening 24 minutes of game time, Conley had nine points on 4-9 shooting. He added one rebound, four assists, and two steals in 15 minutes on the hardwood.
This season, Conley is averaging 13.7 points per game on 43.4 percent shooting.
The Jazz arrived in the Rose City with a record of 48-33, including 19-21 away from Vivint Arena. Portland entered the game with a 27-54 record, including 17-23 at home.
Utah’s game against Portland is broadcast on AT&T SportsNet, NBA League Pass, and The Zone Sports Network.
