Collin Sexton Sparks Jazz Comeback Against Celtics

SALT LAKE CITY – Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton ignited a second-half surge Friday night, leading his team in a comeback effort against the Boston Celtics at the Delta Center. Trailing by nine points at halftime, Sexton scored 10 points in the first five minutes of the third quarter, closing the gap significantly.

The Jazz faced a 17-point deficit in the first half but reduced it to nine by the break. Sexton, who ended the first two quarters as the team’s leading scorer with 16 points, showcased his ability to score in a diverse range of ways. He was not only efficient with fastbreak layups but also hit deep three-pointers while maneuvering through traffic.

“GET IN YOUR BAG THEN, YOUNG BULL!,” the team’s social media account tweeted shortly after Sexton’s hot start.

During the third quarter, with momentum shifting toward the Jazz, Sexton’s scoring frenzy helped bring the Celtics’ lead down to just two points. His performance was marked by impeccable shooting that left defenders scrambling. Collin’s impressive display not only thrilled fans but also demonstrated his potential to lead the Jazz during critical moments.

The game marked the midpoint of the Jazz’s six-game homestand, coming off a victory against the Washington Wizards that snapped a season-long ten-game losing streak. The Jazz improved their record to 29th in the league, still remaining at the bottom of the Western Conference.

On the other side, the Celtics entered the match with confidence, having won three consecutive games and eight of their last nine, occupying the second seed in the Eastern Conference. This game was the second and final matchup of the season between Boston and Utah, with the previous encounter taking place at TD Garden on March 10.

The matchup was broadcast live on KJZZ and streamed via SEG+, allowing fans to keep up with the action. As the game unfolded, all eyes were on Sexton, and his performance was pivotal in maintaining the excitement of the Jazz’s playoff aspirations.