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Markkanen scores 33, Jazz build 36-point lead in 134-122 victory over Hornets

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Lauri Markkanen

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had 33 points and 12 rebounds, and the Utah Jazz beat the Charlotte Hornets 134-122 on Saturday night for their 11th victory in 15 games.

Collin Sexton added 24 points and 13 assists as the Jazz (24-23) shot 56% from the field, made 17 3-pointers and built 36-point lead in the third quarter.

P.J. Washington tied a career high with 43 points — 31 in the second half — and Nick Richards added a career-best 26 to go with 13 rebounds for the Hornets (10-34).