The Lakers made up a 12-point deficit in the last four minutes to even make it into overtime, but the Jazz rolled to a 123-115 win in Utah. Kobe shot 13 of 33 from the floor and finished with 33 points and ten assists. The Lakers never led after going up 2-0...it was that kind of game. Ronny Turiaf was ejected in the second period for a flagrant foul. The series comes back to Staples Center Wednesday night tied 2-2. ESPN, LAT

Also: Phil Wallace's take on the week in sports.

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