After two subpar outings in the first-round series against Oklahoma City, Ingles had a breakout game at a critical moment for the Jazz, helping clinch a 115-102 Game 3 win with 21 points, including five 3-pointers.
As much as he overcame the defense of Paul George, one of the best wing defenders in the league, he also overcame some of his own instincts.
“Part of it is just Joe being aggressive,” coach Quin Snyder said. “Against their length, there’s times where you don’t feel like you’re open. ... Joe just had a more aggressive mindset tonight.”
Ingles acknowledged as much postgame: He took 15 shots, the same amount he had in Games 1 and 2 combined.