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Can the Utah Jazz Outshine the Suns at Footprint Center?

As the Utah Jazz prepare to face off against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain their recent offensive momentum. The Jazz have shown a remarkable ability to score, as evidenced in their last three games where they tallied 126, 119, and 116 points respectively. Despite this scoring prowess, their record stands at an uneven 13 wins and 18 losses.


SALT LAKE CITY, UT - NOVEMBER 19: Jusuf Nurkic #20 of the Phoenix Suns and Lauri Markkanen #23 of the Utah Jazz go up for the jump ball in overtime during the game on November 19, 2023 at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Melissa Majchrzak/NBAE via Getty Images)

The team's statistics reveal a strong offensive presence with an impressive field goal percentage of around 50 percent in recent outings and a notable three-point shooting efficiency of approximately 45 percent. Their free-throw accuracy has been exceptional as well, hovering near a commendable 90 percent mark.


However, defense remains an area for potential improvement for the Jazz. In these past games, they've allowed an average of over one point per possession to their opponents—a figure that could prove costly if not addressed.


SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - NOVEMBER 19: Lauri Markkanen #23 of the Utah Jazz dunks over Jordan Goodwin #0 of the Phoenix Suns during the first half of a game at Delta Center on November 19, 2023 in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)

The upcoming game presents both a challenge and opportunity for Utah. Playing away from home always adds pressure but also offers the chance to rally together and secure a win on hostile ground. The venue's energetic atmosphere is expected to be filled with Suns fans rooting for their home team advantage.


As we look ahead to this matchup on February 9th at Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona—scheduled for tip-off at 2:00 AM UTC—Jazz supporters should anticipate another high-scoring affair with hopes that defensive adjustments can lead them toward victory. Fans can catch all the action on KJZZ TV network or follow along through various broadcast options available.


SALT LAKE CITY, UT - NOVEMBER 19: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns dribbles the ball during the game against the Utah Jazz on November 19, 2023 at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Melissa Majchrzak/NBAE via Getty Images)
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