- Oct 16, 2026
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The Utah Jazz defeated the Phoenix Suns 119-116 in a preseason contest that saw both teams rely heavily on reserve units down the stretch.
Starters for both sides played roughly half the game. The Jazz opened with Lauri Markkanen, Keyonte George, Darryn Petersen, Jaylen Green, JJJ, Ace Bailey, Isaiah Collier, Brice Sensabaugh, Duop Reath, Svi Mykhailiuk, Jaxon Hayes, Jamaree Bouyea and Kyle Filipowski. Phoenix countered with Devin Booker, Miles Bridges, Jordan Goodwin, Collin Gillespie, Khaman Maluach, Dillon Brooks, Josh Okogie, Ryan Dunn and Koby Brea.
Utah held a slim edge after the first quarter, though the Suns grabbed their first lead in the second period on a Jordan Goodwin three-pointer. Phoenix built its biggest advantage at 58-49 with 3:53 remaining before halftime and carried a 65-59 lead into the break.
The Jazz pulled within five entering the fourth, when the contest shifted to bench versus bench. Kyle Filipowski, making his first appearance in number 2, forced a turnover and converted a basket that gave Utah its first lead since the second quarter. The Jazz closed out the victory from there.
Petersen posted 4 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists before exiting the first quarter with 4:52 left. George finished his first-quarter stint scoreless with 2 assists, 1 steal and 1 turnover.
Written by the SportsMafia Wire desk in our own words from the original reporting (AI-assisted, checked against the source).