The host Utah Jazz took down the Los Angeles Clippers in a key game on Monday, 114 - 108. Utah (42 - 25) extended its lead on the four seed to the two games with Monday's win over Los Angeles. All-Star forward Gordon Hayward was, per usual, the team's leading scorer with 27 points on 9 - of - 18 shooting. Center Rudy Gobert, who many consider a favorite for the Defensive Player of the Year Award, also played a crucial role in the win. Despite a number of testy exchanges with Clippers players, including superstar point guard Chris Paul, Gobert had an efficient 11 points on 5 - of - 6 shooting and played tough defense against the loaded LA frontcourt. Thanks in part to Gobert, Utah was able to win the rebounding battle handily. The Jazz pulled down 42 rebounds to LA's 28. Los Angeles (40 - 27) appeared frustrated by the unfortunately - timed loss. On paper, LA had a stellar offensive night, shooting 50 percent and knocking down 12 three - pointers in the process. However, the team allowed Utah to shoot an even more impressive 53 percent including 14 threes. It was also a tough night for the Clippers' big men. All-Star and offensive wizard Blake Griffin was locked down and held to just eight points in 36 minutes of play. Center DeAndre Jordan, the league's all - time leader in field goal percentage, shot just 5 - of - 9 for 12 points. The duo also combined for only 16 rebounds, well below their season average. On Wednesday, the Jazz will visit Detroit while LA will host the Bucks.
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