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The Utah Jazz defeated the Sacramento Kings 128–119 on November 28 at Delta Center, with Klay George leading the hosts with 31 points and Lauri Markkanen adding 28 in a balanced offensive attack. Utah's shooting efficiency proved decisive, connecting on 48.3 percent from the field and 13 three-pointers compared to Sacramento's 44.8 percent and 10 threes. The Jazz controlled the game through three quarters before Sacramento mounted a fourth-quarter surge, outscoring Utah 46–38 in the final frame—too little too late after Utah built a commanding lead. Utah's defensive rating of 111.1 held Sacramento's Zach LaVine, who led all scorers with 34 points, in check for most of the contest, while the Kings' 123.6 defensive rating allowed the Jazz to operate freely. Utah's 32 assists and 49 rebounds showcased depth, and the game fell just under the 242.5 Vegas total. The loss drops Sacramento further in the Western Conference standings, while Utah's efficient shooting and fourth-quarter execution demonstrate the consistency needed for playoff positioning.
