The Utah Jazz finished their three-game road trip on a high note, nabbing a nice 97-76 victory over the Indiana Pacers. They moved to 2-1 on the young season.
Why the Jazz won: In the first half, Utah looks very much the part of a team playing the second half of a back-to-back. Its energy was listless and its defense was constantly a step slow. In the end, the Jazz dug deep and produced a stellar second half, not only securing a win, but did so in a very convincing fashion. They enjoyed a well-balanced effort, with everyone who played substantial minutes contributing positively.