3 keys to the Clippers' 121-114 loss to the Utah Jazz

The Utah Jazz fell to 12-7 on the season after losing 121-114 to the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday night.

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Although the Clippers were without Paul George on Monday,

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and Kawhi Leonard didn't have a good night (just 8 points),

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Reggie Jackson and Norman Powell added 57 points each to lead the Team in the final moments of the game.

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In their first game after Mike Conley's injury, it was clear that the Jazz were going to really miss his decision-making,

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Especially in clutch moments and when the game is on the line.

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The Jazz committed 12 of their 17 turnovers split between the first and fourth quarters (six in the first, six in the fourth),

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So his opening and closing minutes were not at their best when he really needed it.

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