Recap 3/10/2007 - Hornets @ Jazz - DWill v. CP3, pt III

In the much played-down competition between Deron Williams and Chris Paul, Williams came away from the game with a slight edge in overall stats with 10 pts & 13 assists. Neither shot the ball well:

Complete Box Score

But most importantly, the Jazz came away with a win, one they were expected to get. A lot of people will say that this six game win streak has been against lesser opponents, but as a championship-type team, aren't these the ones you're suppose to win? Losing any of these would have been huge considering the damn Spurs have one 12 straight.

This was a typical Jazz game this year as they started out slow, trailed 47-45 at the half, then pulled away in the third, and maintained the lead in the fourth.

The Jazz were led again by Okur and Boozer with 29 and 20 respectively.

Next up, a four-game eastern road swing starting Tueday @ Miami. Should be a test as they play Miami, Orlando, Philly, and wrap it up in Cleveland. Miami has been playing well despite Wade's absence. The Jazz have also had a time with Orlando. I don't expect them to lose this one though. After playing a resurgent Philly team, they'll finish up at Cleveland where LeBron awaits.

Four games in five nights on the road. Tough stretch coming up.