Jazz Guard Johnny Juzang Drives Baseline For Dunk On Rockets
Mar 29, 2024, 9:35 PM
SALT LAKE CITY – Jazz guard Johnny Juzang took advantage of a clear path on the baseline for a slam dunk during Utah’s game against the Houston Rockets.
Johnny Juzang jams on Rockets
The Jazz hosted the Rockets at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah on Friday, March 29.
With 10:35 remaining in the fourth quarter, the UCLA product caught a pass from Collin Sexton before driving to the hoop and rising for a jam.
Juzang’s dunk pushed the Jazz’s lead to 76-73.
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During his first 18 minutes on the floor, Juzang scored eight points on 3-4 shooting. He also added one rebound, one assist, and a steal.
This season, Juzang is averagingĀ 4.8 points, 1.5 rebounds, and 0.6 assists in 13.7 minutes per game.
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