In a stunning Saturday night upset, the Utah Jazz snatched victory from the jaws of defeat, toppling the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons 131-129 on a dramatic last-second shot. The game, held on December 27, 2025, at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, was decided by a clutch floater from guard Keyonte George with just 2.1 seconds remaining.
A Floater for the Win
The final moments were pure basketball drama. With the score tied and the clock winding down, Keyonte George drove into the lane and released a high-arcing floater that found the bottom of the net. The shot sent the home crowd into a frenzy and snapped the Jazz's frustrating four-game losing streak. The Pistons had one final chance to tie or win, but Cade Cunningham's desperate attempt at the buzzer missed its mark, leading to a frustrated confrontation between Pistons players and game officials before they left the court.
Star Performances and Key Contributions
George was the undeniable hero of the night, finishing with a game-high 31 points. He received crucial support from All-Star forward Lauri Markkanen, who poured in 30 points. An unexpected boost came from reserve Brice Sensabaugh, who matched his season-best with 20 points off the bench. Sensabaugh's opportunity arose after rookie Ace Bailey was sidelined for the entire second half with a hip injury.
For the formidable Pistons, Cade Cunningham delivered a masterful performance despite the loss. He nearly recorded a triple-double, finishing with 29 points and 17 assists. His 13 assists in the first half alone set a new personal milestone for a single half. Veteran forward Tobias Harris added 16 points in the losing effort.
Conference Standings Shake-Up
This result represents only the second loss for Detroit in their last nine games. Despite the setback, the Pistons maintain their position at the top of the Eastern Conference with an impressive 24-6 win-loss record. For the Jazz, the much-needed win improves their record to 11-19, keeping them in 12th place in the highly competitive Western Conference. The victory provides a significant morale boost for a young Utah team looking to build momentum as the season progresses.
