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PRO BASKETBALL — May 14
Game 5 — Western Conference Playoffs
UTAH (+8.5) at L.A. LAKERS (Total 212.5) — The Jazz, which had not been shooting well at all in the post-season, suddenly hit 50% and 52.6% from the field in their two games at the Energy Solutions Arena. But now it’s a different story as the teams travel back to the Staples Center, and on the road Utah is 19-27 SU, including the playoffs. We’re not convinced this team is reliable away from home, and must note that the Lakers, who are hitting their shots (47% in Game 4) suffered from 56% marksmanship from the line. That will improve, considering that they were over 80% in the previous three games.
JAY’S PLAY: L.A. LAKERS **
