20 years ago: MVP Karl Malone an MIA as Jazz bow out

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NBA MVP Karl Malone had just 8 points and the Utah Jazz's season ended in disappointment in a 92-80 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 6 of the Western Conference semifinals.

He shot 3 of 16 from the field in what he called one of the worst games he'd ever played. It was his lowest output in a playoff game at that point.

The Jazz were within two points with 1:21 to play at 80-78.

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