Utah is one of the NBA’s hottest teams, and Kris Dunn is a major reason why
11 months ago

Utah is one of the NBA’s hottest teams, and Kris Dunn is a major reason why

Associated Press  

SALT LAKE CITY — Making a change at point guard set the Utah Jazz back on a winning path. “Kris Dunn’s voice is more prominent now because his role is different,” Jazz coach Will Hardy said. “I’ll be doing myself a disservice and the team a disservice if I try to go out there and try to go get 20,” Dunn said. The main thing is keeping that energy alive.” Dunn’s willingness to involve his teammates on offense has helped Utah start strong and build early momentum in many recent wins. “He just kind of takes what’s in front of him.” Dunn’s future looked to be in football before he switched to basketball full-time at New London High School in Connecticut.

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Jazz Embracing Rookie Development, Aiming to Ignite Offense
2 months, 1 week ago

Jazz Embracing Rookie Development, Aiming to Ignite Offense

Associated Press  

The Utah Jazz are focusing on developing rookies and second-year players heading into the upcoming NBA season. Despite striking out at drawing big-name free agents during the offseason, the Jazz have pivoted to developing young players already on the roster. Lauri Markkanen is expected to continue his development, while Keyonte George and Jordan Clarkson are poised to be more consistent. …

Clippers trade Russell Westbrook to Jazz. He’s expected to join the Nuggets after a buyout
5 months ago

Clippers trade Russell Westbrook to Jazz. He’s expected to join the Nuggets after a buyout

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Clippers sent Russell Westbrook to the Utah Jazz on Thursday in a sign-and-trade deal for point guard Kris Dunn. The point guard averaged a career-low 11.1 points per game while mostly coming off the bench last season for the Clippers, who were bounced by Dallas in the first round of the playoffs while Kawhi …

Clippers trade Russell Westbrook, pick and cash to Utah Jazz for guard Kris Dunn
5 months ago

Clippers trade Russell Westbrook, pick and cash to Utah Jazz for guard Kris Dunn

LA Times  

The Clippers have traded guard Russell Westbrook, who is expected to eventually land with the Denver Nuggets following a series of transactions. Mercurial guard Russell Westbrook, who opted into his $4-million contract this summer, has been traded to Utah in a sign-and-trade deal that will give the Clippers guard Kris Dunn, the team announced. Frank talked about the “great respect” …

Jazz take on the Nuggets on 12-game skid
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Jazz take on the Nuggets on 12-game skid

Associated Press  

Denver Nuggets vs. Utah Jazz Salt Lake City; Tuesday, 9 p.m. EDT FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NBA LINE: Nuggets -13.5; over/under is 224.5 BOTTOM LINE: Utah comes into the matchup with Denver after losing 12 straight games. Utah is ninth in the Western Conference with 14.0 fast break points per game led by Collin Sexton averaging 3.3. LAST 10 GAMES: Jazz: 0-10, …

Utah Jazz trade deadline update: 3 players to watch
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Utah Jazz trade deadline update: 3 players to watch

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of the 2024 NBA trade deadline. SALT LAKE CITY — The NBA’s trade deadline is fast approaching and the Utah Jazz have been one of the busiest teams in talks. Unlike Olynyk, Clarkson’s contract isn’t currently as easy for other teams to handle, which is why Clarkson could stay in Salt Lake City. When you …

The Utah Jazz are finally playing well, so what is working for them all of a sudden?
11 months, 3 weeks ago

The Utah Jazz are finally playing well, so what is working for them all of a sudden?

New York Times  

On Tuesday night, the Utah Jazz defeated the San Antonio Spurs 130-118 in a game they trailed by as many as 17 points in the first quarter, had to survive the Spurs’ huge third-quarter rally and gradually pulled away at the end. Starting shooting guard Jordan Clarkson having to sit some games because of injury opened the door for Collin …

Utah Jazz season hasn’t gone as planned. Now they must proceed with caution
1 year ago

Utah Jazz season hasn’t gone as planned. Now they must proceed with caution

New York Times  

The Detroit Pistons have lost 19 consecutive games. But we have to make sure that we keep working hard.” This season hasn’t gone the way the Jazz envisioned. For the Jazz last Friday night in a loss to the Clippers, it was a Kawhi Leonard running one-footed 3-pointer with the shot clock going dry, a shot that some on media …

Portland hosts Utah, looks to break home losing streak
1 year, 1 month ago

Portland hosts Utah, looks to break home losing streak

Associated Press  

Utah Jazz vs. Portland Trail Blazers Portland, Oregon; Wednesday, 10 p.m. EST FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NBA LINE: Jazz -3; over/under is 226 BOTTOM LINE: Portland takes on Utah looking to break its four-game home slide. The Trail Blazers average 10.4 made 3-pointers per game this season, 3.4 fewer makes per game than the Jazz give up. LAST 10 GAMES: Trail Blazers: …

Jazz facing steep climb for a Western Conference playoff spot, even after offseason moves
1 year, 2 months ago

Jazz facing steep climb for a Western Conference playoff spot, even after offseason moves

Associated Press  

SALT LAKE CITY — New building blocks emerged for the Utah Jazz last season and that paved the way for offseason moves to accelerate a rebuilding process that began last summer. “That’s the goal,” Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen said at Utah’s media day on Monday. “That’s the one motivator for us.” Returning to the NBA playoffs could be a tough …

Utah hosts Denver, looks to break home losing streak
1 year, 7 months ago

Utah hosts Denver, looks to break home losing streak

Associated Press  

Denver Nuggets vs. Utah Jazz Salt Lake City; Saturday, 3:30 p.m. EDT FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NBA LINE: Jazz -2.5; over/under is 25.5 BOTTOM LINE: Utah aims to stop its five-game home losing streak with a victory against Denver. Denver ranks third in the NBA scoring 55.0 points per game in the paint led by Nikola Jokic averaging 15.9. LAST 10 GAMES: …

NBA preview: Utah Jazz hosts Boston Celtics to tip off tough stretch of games
1 year, 9 months ago

NBA preview: Utah Jazz hosts Boston Celtics to tip off tough stretch of games

The Hindu  

What seemed improbable heading into the season for Utah Jazz and even less likely after it traded three more key players in February appears to be within reach. Beginning Saturday night against Boston Celtics at home in Salt Lake City, the Jazz have the most difficult schedule remaining in the NBA. While their player transactions and acquisition of abundant first-round …

Jazz get their guy — and an important backup for Rudy Gobert — in Udoka Azubuike
4 years, 1 month ago

Jazz get their guy — and an important backup for Rudy Gobert — in Udoka Azubuike

New York Times  

The Utah Jazz didn’t lose their first-round playoff series against the Denver Nuggets because they couldn’t guard Jamal Murray. He is a unique player, and he comes from a great program, and he’s improved every year.” Wednesday was eventful for the Jazz. So, if you’re keeping score at home, the Jazz were able to take the guy they wanted all …

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