2021 Off-Season. Another short one

[url]https://www.ksl.com/article/50196640/what-does-donovan-mitchells-heroic-postseason-mean-for-the-jazz-going-forward-[/url]

[QUOTE]The early series loss highlighted Utah's weaknesses — none more noticeable than a lack of depth and an over reliance on a singular style of play — and the team no doubt will try to address those this summer. But while the loss shined a spotlight on what Utah needs to do to improve, it also focused on what the team has.

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You can't say how deep they are all year and than say they aren't. What was noticeable was no PF(for 2 years), the two gunners and the coach that refuses to adjust

[QUOTE]With how he's shot in the last two postseasons, he's made it clear that any conversation regarding the best shooters in the league must now include him. As for the conversation about the players that can lead a team to a title, should a healthy Mitchell be on that list?

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no because like MJ learned it's a team game at both ends

[QUOTE]In reality, he might already be there.

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let's see him be in the top two on the team first :facepalm

[url]https://kslsports.com/462690/jazz-options-if-conley-leaves-in-free-agency/[/url]

[QUOTE]The first place the Jazz would look in Conley were to leave this summer would be at Joe Ingles who is already on the roster. Luckily for the Jazz, the Australian veteran has proved to be a more than capable starter over the last several seasons when Conley has missed games.

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Joe needs to stay on the bench

[QUOTE]The Jazz will watch the development of rookie Trent Forrest who impressed during stretches last year on a two-way contract but may be too inexperienced to trust as a full-time rotational player in just his second season.

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His shooting is the problem not his experience

[QUOTE]Forrest will likely play for the Jazz in both the Salt Lake City and Las Vegas Summer Leagues, and his performance could go a long way in determining how the Jazz approach free agency.

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Free agent I believe so maybe not likely

[QUOTE][h=2]Jazz Could Draft A Point Guard[/h][/QUOTE]

It's where they should be looking unless they think Forrest can develop a shot

[QUOTE][h=3]TJ McConnell – Indiana Pacers: 8.6 ppg, 6.6 apg, 3.7 rpg[/h][/QUOTE]

Like him but can't shoot

[QUOTE][h=3]Alex Caruso – Los Angeles Lakers: 6.5 ppg, 2.8 apg, 2.9 rpg[/h][/QUOTE]

yes even if Conley is back

[QUOTE][h=3]Raul Neto – Washington Wizards: 8.7 ppg, 2.3 apg, 2.4 rpg[/h][/QUOTE]

COTY doesn't like him. Why bring him up over and over?

Caruso is certainly the guy from that list

[url]https://www.slcdunk.com/2021/6/30/22558301/utah-jazz-news-and-notes-jazz-front-office-shakeup-donovan-mitchell-rumors-and-a-great-monologue[/url]

[QUOTE]Some of those disagreements in the article include frustrations Dennis Lindsey and the front office had with Snyder’s smaller, consistent rotations that didn’t allow bench players to develop. Snyder’s viewpoint was that a lot of those bench players weren’t NBA caliber. Both sides have their merits and faults in the situation.

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Brantley, Morgan, Ersan, Forrest and Thomas all have shown enough to at least get a look when others are sucking

[QUOTE]Another interesting tidbit was Snyder’s frustration, along with team scouts, with the selection of Udoka Azubuike. It appears that pick was very much a Lindsey veto of everyone else and taking the player that he wanted.

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who should they have taken? Needed a center. Got a Gobert like prospect

[QUOTE]And what does it mean to be happy for Donovan Mitchell? Probably three things. The first is winning. Mitchell has shown that he will put everything on the line for his team to win. Yes the Jazz lost in disappointing fashion in the playoffs, but Mitchell’s play on one and a half legs was heroic. He risked terrible injury for the Jazz with each play on the floor. Second thing Mitchell is looking for is to maximize his earning potential as much as possible. What was likely frustrating for Mitchell was missing out on almost $33 million that could have been added to his max contract had he made all-NBA. Injury was a big part of that happening, but there are things the Jazz can do to help Mitchell have bigger earning potential in the future. Quin Snyder needs to think about ways that he can set up Mitchell for more success. The Jazz play a shared system that helps with creating open shots for their myriad of shooters. It’s a great system for creating open shots for the Jazz shooters, but does it maximize Mitchell’s scoring potential? That is going to be a tightrope the Jazz will walk where they need to give Mitchell as much potential to score and succeed as possible, while also winning. Now, many will say that Mitchell has one of the highest usage percentages in the league, which is true, but can the system be tweaked to focus more on getting Mitchell 3-4 more ppg next season? The third thing is related to what we just said. Mitchell, like all stars, wants to be recognized for his contributions. Mitchell deserves all-NBA honors and more all-star appearances. Getting him more chances to shine will give him the recognition he deserves.

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The offense was fine especially when Clarkson and Mitchell don't have the ball. Defense is the issue. Mitchell steps up there and passes the ball move he might deserve all-NBA. He doesn't now

John Hollinger: [URL="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5L3pgWiodL9MgSzbWK8teF"]The team to watch with Conley is Dallas,[/URL] though. I mean, they were the team that was after him when he was a free agent last time and he re-signed with (Memphis). Yeah, I would definitely keep an eye on Dallas.
– via [URL="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5L3pgWiodL9MgSzbWK8teF"]Spotify[/URL]

[url]https://kslsports.com/462763/jazz-have-good-options-with-30th-pick-per-draft-expert/[/url]

[QUOTE][B]Peek: “[/B]He’s more of a two-three wing but I think he’s got a lot of room for improvement at the next level. I think the NBA game caters to him more than the college game. The college game is more structured, and he’s more of a free-flowing wing off the dribble and he has a great first step.”

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don't need another Mitchell/Clarkson/Hughes

[url]https://kslsports.com/462737/jazz-offseason-needs-ranked/[/url]

[QUOTE][h=2]Jazz Offseason Needs[/h][/QUOTE]

starting PF, new coach, get rid of Clarkson, Favors and Hughes. Sign Conley. Move Bojan to the bench. Hope Mitchell decides defending and passing is important too

[QUOTE]Quin Snyder described it best after the series.

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he didn't mention that he decided to do nothing about it did he :facepalm

[QUOTE]Gobert had arguably the greatest defensive regular season of any player in NBA history, but he alone can’t slow an entire offense.

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he can and does. He can't do it every night against every team though

[QUOTE]The Jazz learned early in Donovan Mitchell’s career that without more offensive weapons around him, opposing teams could focus all of their defensive attention on him, and unravel Mitchell’s scoring brilliance.

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learned even earlier that you need shooters around Gobert and went and got Rubio and put Favors back in the starting lineup anyway

[QUOTE]The Jazz went out and found Jordan Clarkson, Bojan Bogdanovic, and Mike Conley to aid Mitchell on offense, now they need to find a way to give Gobert more help on the defensive end.

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without killing their spacing. Get rid of Clarkson and Favors who hurt the spacing anyway for a starting PF that doesn't

[QUOTE]What became painfully obvious throughout the conference semifinals loss to the Clippers was the Jazz lacked versatility. What must be addressed is whether this lack of versatility came from the makeup of the roster, or Quin Snyder’s unwillingness to reach deeper into the team’s rotation to develop that versatility.

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came from both probably but Snyder refusing to try anything else was inexcusable

[QUOTE]One area where the Jazz are seemingly handcuffed by a lack of versatility is at the center position where Gobert, Derrick Favors, and rookie Udoka Azubuike all carry similar skillsets. Though their talent level varies greatly, their contributions mostly consist of setting screens, rolling to the basket, and protecting the rim on defense.

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that's what they wanted. I thought it was stupid myself. Need a 4 that can play 5 and play alongside Gobert and protect the rim if he has to protect the perimeter and vise versa. Also needs to be able to shoot. Ersan could have helped as could MJorgan and Brantley

[QUOTE]With a lack of additional skills offered by any of the Jazz three centers, Snyder is forced to compensate by keeping shooters and playmakers on the floor at nearly every other position.

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that's the way he wants it. He wasn't forced

[QUOTE]While Brantley likely wouldn’t have been an option for the Jazz in the playoffs due to his lack of experience, he enters the offseason has a question mark due to his lack of playing time, rather than a more known commodity.

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why not? Oni, Niang and Favors weren't doing anything

[QUOTE]If the Jazz can stomach his steep price tag, it will keep their championship window open for the next several seasons, and that is a good thing. If they can’t, expect veteran Joe Ingles to move into the starting lineup and for the Jazz to look for a mixture of veteran and young help to fill out the roster.

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Ingles needs to stay on the bench

[QUOTE]However, the Jazz would be wise to look for additional depth in the backcourt in the draft. Trent Forrest showed promise on a two-way contract handling point guard duties for the Jazz during stretches, but finding a younger, more offensively skilled guard could pay dividends down the line as the Jazz current roster ages.

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always about offense. Need a young pg because they have young guys everywhere else. Forrest can't shoot

[QUOTE]With or without Conley next season, the Jazz combination of Mitchell, Ingles, and Clarkson is better than adequate.

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it's horrible. One guy that can run pick and roll and he needs to have a smaller role not a bigger one.

[QUOTE]Following up on the Jazz need for guard depth, they could use a promising young player at most positions.

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they have them. Having a coach play them is another issue

[QUOTE]Furthermore, the Jazz have Elijah Hughes, Miye Oni, Juwan Morgan, Matt Thomas, and their first-round draft pick, all of whom will likely play for the summer league roster with a chance to prove they have a future in the NBA.

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wouldn't count on Oni, Thomas or Morgan

[QUOTE]Without their traditional ability to utilize the G League last year, the Jazz didn’t get to develop their young players the way the franchise has preferred under Snyder. As a result, they could put some future concerns to rest by having a few youngsters prove they belong on the NBA level this summer.

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before the last two years Snyder preferred playing them especially if they were from Duke. The past couple years seems to hayve been a power play on his part. He won, the Jazz lost

[url]https://www.deseret.com/2021/7/1/22556413/nba-utah-jazz-key-dates-through-the-offseason[/url]

[QUOTE]See, I told you that this summer was going to be a whirlwind. Players taking part in the Olympics, summer leagues, any other [URL="https://www.deseret.com/sports/2021/6/29/22550395/powder-league-in-draper-utah-schedule-tickets-rosters-players-rayjon-tucker-rylan-jones-yoeli-childs"]pro-am games[/URL] or recovering from injuries aren’t going to have much time to get ready for the upcoming NBA season.

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as always

[url]https://kslsports.com/462803/utah-jazz-nba-draft-prospect-bones-hyland/[/url]

[QUOTE]However, unlike other small guards who rely on added depth to their jump shot due to a lack of height, Hyland stands a full 6’3 with an impressive 6’9 wingspan. Hyland’s career 40 percent three-point shooting percentage on 6.0 attempts per game is a strong indicator of future success at the NBA level.

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got the wingspan they like or liked under Lindsey anyway

[QUOTE]Though he has some clear playmaking skills, Hyland averaged just 2.1 assists per game as a sophomore. At 6’3 and under 200 lbs, the sophomore will have to prove he can play the point guard position in the NBA as he may struggle against bigger, stronger perimeter players in the NBA.

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need a 1. Next...

[url]https://www.deseret.com/2021/7/2/22558012/could-danny-ainge-end-up-with-utah-jazz-byu-notre-dame-boston-celtics-ryan-smith-gordon-hayward[/url]
[QUOTE]
At the time, Ainge was Public Enemy No. 1, or maybe No. 2, for Jazz fans because it was seen as a major blow to the Jazz’s future.

That, of course, turned out not to be the case. In June of that year, the Jazz selected a guard from Louisville named [URL="https://www.deseret.com/sports/2020/11/28/21723049/donovan-mitchell-more-than-basketball-nba-utah-jazz-max-extension"]Donovan Mitchell[/URL]. So maybe all is forgiven.

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still a blow :facepalm

[QUOTE] Emiliano Carchia: [URL="https://*********.com/social/"]Tyrone Wallace will play for the Indiana Pacers in the NBA Summer League,[/URL] sources tell @Emiliano Carchia. Wallace averaged 16.6 points, 4.7 rebounds and 3.3 assists in G League with Agua Caliente Clippers this season

– via [URL="https://twitter.com/Carchia"]Twitter Carchia[/URL]

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still better than Exum

Alberto de Roa: [URL="https://*********.com/social/"]Croatia is eliminated from Olympic contention after a defeat to Germany 86-76. Bojan Bogdanovic’s 38 points were not enough for Croatia[/URL].
– via [URL="https://twitter.com/TikotDeRoa"]Twitter TikotDeRoa[/URL]

Tony Jones: [URL="https://*********.com/social/"]The Utah Jazz will work out John Mooney this week,[/URL] league sources tell The Athletic. Mooney, who played collegiately at Notre Dame, played in the NBL in Australia this past season and was all-NBL. He was the only player in the league to average a double-double
– via [URL="https://twitter.com/Tjonesonthenba"]Twitter Tjonesonthenba[/URL]

[url]https://kslsports.com/462809/ranking-the-utah-jazz-offseason-trade-assets/[/url]

[QUOTE]Two notable omissions from this list are the contracts of Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert who are nearly untouchable for the Jazz in any trade. Both players have max contract extensions that kick in this offseason and were the main reasons for the team earning the top record in the NBA this season.

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Gobert was and Conley 2nd but keep telling yourself otherwise

[QUOTE]The Jazz are likely to hold onto the guard as he provides great insurance regardless of the outcome with Conley’s free agency and could continue to bring value if he chooses to sign another contract to stay in the NBA next summer.

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he'll get another extension before they deal him

[QUOTE]By no means do they need to move Bogdanovic, but he could be a valuable asset for a team that is willing to flip defensive versatility which the Jazz desperately need, for a proven shooter and scorer.

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move to the bench. Doubt you get much for him

[QUOTE]However, as the NBA has veered more sharply towards shorter contracts for non-superstar players, Clarkson’s three years remaining the final of which is a player option may scare some teams off.

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be hard to unload but him, Favors and Hughes are the first guys I'd be looking at

[QUOTE][h=3]5. Royce O’Neale: 3 years – $27.8 million[/h][/QUOTE]

move back to the wing. Get a starting PF

[QUOTE]Udoka Azubuike had a miserable rookie season after suffering a serious ankle injury during his debut with the Salt Lake City Stars in February. Additionally, he’s stuck behind Rudy Gobert and Derrick Favors in the Jazz depth chart, so even if he could play, he wouldn’t get a chance to show it.

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If he could play you look to make a move. Should be anyway.

[QUOTE]The Jazz gave Favors the full three-year mid-level exception last season and while he was serviceable in his role for the Jazz this season, that money looks like it would have been better spent elsewhere.

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as would Davis the year before. Maybe Zanik has a clue?

[url]https://thejnotes.com/2021/07/04/utah-jazz-ideal-man-vice-president/[/url]

already got a job

[QUOTE] But from a Jazz point of view, there’s not much to debate. Sources tell The Athletic that [URL="https://theathletic.com/2689414/2021/07/05/utah-jazz-want-mike-conley-to-return-finding-more-guard-and-wing-depth-on-a-budget-offseason-questions/"]Utah wants Conley back and will make every attempt to keep the All-Star in a Jazz uniform once free agency opens[/URL].

– via [URL="https://theathletic.com/2689414/2021/07/05/utah-jazz-want-mike-conley-to-return-finding-more-guard-and-wing-depth-on-a-budget-offseason-questions/"]Tony Jones @ The Athletic[/URL]





[URL="https://*********.com/storyline/mike-conley-free-agency/"] [/URL] So, let’s get this part out of the way: [URL="https://theathletic.com/2689414/2021/07/05/utah-jazz-want-mike-conley-to-return-finding-more-guard-and-wing-depth-on-a-budget-offseason-questions/"]The Jazz have no intention of taking a step back concerning their roster,[/URL] according to sources. This means the intention of putting this team in a position to win a title continues, which will be costly because the small market Jazz will be bringing back a financially costly roster for next season.
– via [URL="https://theathletic.com/2689414/2021/07/05/utah-jazz-want-mike-conley-to-return-finding-more-guard-and-wing-depth-on-a-budget-offseason-questions/"]Tony Jones @ The Athletic[/URL]







[URL="https://theathletic.com/2689414/2021/07/05/utah-jazz-want-mike-conley-to-return-finding-more-guard-and-wing-depth-on-a-budget-offseason-questions/"]The Jazz did not make a big push for Batum when he was bought out in Charlotte, and there is some regret in the building for not making a harder play on him.[/URL] But, honestly, the Jazz shouldn’t be criticized for that. It’s hindsight. Batum was sensational this season for the Clippers, but many thought he was washed, which is why the Clippers basically got him for free.

– via [URL="https://theathletic.com/2689414/2021/07/05/utah-jazz-want-mike-conley-to-return-finding-more-guard-and-wing-depth-on-a-budget-offseason-questions/"]Tony Jones @ The Athletic[/URL]


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they should be criticized. Not like Snyder would have played him. Batum made the right choice

[URL="https://www.kansas.com/sports/college/wichita-state/article252465533.html"]Etienne has now worked out for four teams — the Cleveland Cavaliers, New York Knicks, Boston Celtics and Golden State Warriors[/URL] — with three more workouts scheduled with the Brooklyn Nets (on Friday), Toronto Raptors (July 5) and Phoenix Suns (July 6). He has also received interest from the Charlotte Hornets, Indiana Pacers, Utah Jazz and Miami Heat.
– via [URL="https://www.kansas.com/sports/college/wichita-state/article252465533.html"]The Wichita Eagle[/URL]

[url]https://www.deseret.com/2021/7/6/22545789/finals-grades-by-beat-writer-issues-for-every-member-of-utah-jazz-mitchell-gobert-conley[/url]

[QUOTE]If there is any knock to Mitchell’s game it is that he has slipped slightly on the defensive end. It is understandable that a player with his offensive abilities is not a lockdown defender, but it’s the last piece of his game that hasn’t seen the same type of increased improvement.

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How could he slip when he doesn't play D?

[QUOTE]However, I do think it’s fair to wonder what it would be like if Gobert had better touch around the rim, if he had a baby-hook shot at his disposal, or if he were stronger on pick-and-roll drives. Gobert’s offensive flaws have long been documented and the Jazz do not rely on him for scoring the way that other teams rely on their centers. Even so, there are things that Gobert can improve on and as the years go by it gets harder to defend him when there are small changes to his offensive game that could help the Jazz.

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someone would have to pass him the ball and Mitchell and Clarkson aren't doing that. Had his best year. Carried the team again. A - while the golden boy gets an A for gunning :roll:

[QUOTE]There are certainly concerns moving forward about Conley’s longevity, and those will be discussed when the Jazz enter free agency talks with Conley this summer. But as far as the 2020-21 season is concerned, Conley performed admirably.

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their 2nd best player and again can't match up with the golden boy :facepalm

[QUOTE]He shot the lights out, he stepped up and took on more offensive responsibility when the Jazz needed it, and he improved other areas of his game along the way. There’s not much more you could have asked of him after a surgery and isolated offseason of rehab.

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sucked much of the year. Your grading sucks big time!

[QUOTE]In short, O’Neale does what he does well, but at this point, he needs to do a little more.

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Trying to play PF at 6'4 while guarding the top perimeter player on the other team isn't enough? He lays it all out there. :oldlol:

[QUOTE]The [URL="https://www.deseret.com/sports/2021/5/24/22452203/utah-jazz-jordan-clarkson-named-2020-21-nba-sixth-6th-man-of-the-year"]NBA’s 2020-21 Sixth Man of the Year[/URL] was stellar for the Jazz. He was the team’s second-leading scorer all season long, and he continued to elevate his game.

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He's awful!

[QUOTE]If Ingles is at the point in his career where rest needs to be prioritized in order for him to be fresh for the playoffs, then the Jazz should make that effort if he remains on the team. But this is not the first time that Ingles’ performance has declined for the Jazz during the playoffs and if he can’t be relied upon to give the Jazz what they need at the most important time of the year, then it negates all the good work done during the regular season.

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asking him to play too big of a role. Had his best season

[QUOTE]Favors was clearly an upgrade over Tony Bradley as a reserve center, but that’s a low bar to clear and shouldn’t be the standard for someone who is on a three-year, $29.2 million contract. There were some great moments throughout the season but they were few and far between.

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wasn't clear to me. I'd argue Tony and Morgan were better in last year's playoffs

[QUOTE]It’s important to note that this was Niang’s fifth year in the league. While it’s clear that he continues to improve as a player, it’s also fair to wonder if the Jazz should invest more time in a player that wasn’t able to deliver during the playoffs.

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why not? They continue to invest in a coach that doesn't deliver in the playoffs

[QUOTE]The Jazz needed some of their developing players to take a jump this season and Oni didn’t really stand out as much as anyone would have liked.

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He was their 10th man who ideally would have been playing with the Stars. He did fine. COTY shouldn't have kept playing him

[QUOTE]He played in just one playoff game and the Jazz never made him a real part of the rotation. So he did good in his limited time.

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was great. Should have been in the rotation. Probably should have started

[QUOTE]Juwan Morgan played in more games this season than he did last year in his rookie season, but that’s because the Jazz had more blowout games than they did last season. Morgan was used almost exclusively in garbage time and that didn’t really give him the opportunity to flourish.

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great in the one game he got to play

[QUOTE]As a rookie who needs polishing, it’s not easy to get time on the court with a team that’s trying to secure a No. 1 seed and has title hopes. That being said, Elijah Hughes had a few nice moments and shot the ball a little better than was expected.

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shot horribly and often

[QUOTE]There isn’t really enough of a sample to say whether or not Azubuike did well. So with him, we’ll go with a pass/fail grade and he passes if for no other reason than being on the sideline and cheering on his team even though he couldn’t be on the court with them.

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he didn't do well. See what he does this summer and going forward

[QUOTE]Thomas shot just 25.6% from 3-point range after joining the Jazz and never looked good enough to become a part of the rotation.

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he had his moments. Certainly showed enough that you could have threw him in a game when the guys in there were sucking

[QUOTE]Even so, Brantley’s shooting numbers looked significantly better this year so he deserves credit for improving his game despite on-court opportunities.

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was great the one game he got some run

[QUOTE]But, if Forrest wants to have a spot on a roster in this league he’ll have to make some real improvements on his shooting after finishing the season hitting just 19.2% from 3.

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was great otherwise. Give you an F for that though! :D

[url]https://www.deseret.com/2021/7/6/22565420/looking-back-at-the-utah-jazz-decision-to-draft-deron-williams-over-chris-paul-nba-finals[/url]

[QUOTE]The Williams-Paul debate raged throughout the years they both played (Williams last appeared in an NBA game in 2017, while Paul is still flourishing), but two things before we go any further: Williams was tremendous in over five seasons with the Jazz, and there’s no telling how long Paul might have stayed with the Jazz had they drafted him.

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Jazz blew it regardless

[QUOTE]Bolerjack then asked Sloan about both players’ defensive capabilities. Sloan replied, “I think that had something to do with it. Chris Paul will be a terrific player. We just felt some of the intangibles that (Williams) showed us when he came in and worked out would make a difference in making that decision. It was a tough decision, but we were very happy.”

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ouch!

[QUOTE] Keith Smith: Per a league source, [URL="https://*********.com/social/"]here are adjusted expiration dates for large TPEs created last off-season:[/URL] J. Grant DEN – $5.3M – 8/6/21 S. Adams OKC – $27.5M – 8/9/21 D. Gallinari OKC – $10.1M – 8/9/21 A. Horford PHI – $8.2M – 9/7/21 E. Davis UTA – $5.0M – 8/6/21 Updates soon on @spotrac!

– via [URL="https://twitter.com/KeithSmithNBA"]Twitter KeithSmithNBA[/URL]

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could get a decent player for Davis. Have Bradley's too

[url]https://www.slcdunk.com/nba-draft/2021/7/7/22566223/2021-nba-draft-coverage-scottie-barnes[/url]

[QUOTE]Barnes stock is rising fast. It’s not surprising that a guy that does everything he can to win on the floor is doing everything possible to improve his game while he’s off the floor. If the Jazz want Barnes, they’ll need to trade up and that will likely take trading Rudy Gobert. If Barnes drops to Golden State or Sacramento, would they be willing to pass up their pick for Gobert? The Kinds may be willing because of the lack of playoffs for a franchise that has missed them for years. The Warriors might be interested in adding another all-star for what is likely the last few years of Steph’s prime. Even if the Jazz could get a trade like that to happen, it’s hard to see Barnes dropping, he’s as impressive as they come. But crazier things have happened on draft night.

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tanking!

[QUOTE][h=4]The Jazz has the 30th pick in the draft. Maybe an article about a prospect that might be picked in the late 1st round?[/h]
Posted by [URL="https://www.sbnation.com/users/Kira%20Argonova"]Kira Argonova[/URL] on [URL="https://www.slcdunk.com/nba-draft/2021/7/7/22566223/2021-nba-draft-coverage-scottie-barnes#542187967"]Jul 7, 2021 | 10:02 AM[/URL]

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[QUOTE][h=4]Because the Jazz have never traded up in the draft, right?[/h] I mean only for our two best players, but still.


Posted by [URL="https://www.sbnation.com/users/hansenjames"]James Hansen[/URL] on [URL="https://www.slcdunk.com/nba-draft/2021/7/7/22566223/2021-nba-draft-coverage-scottie-barnes#542202577"]Jul 7, 2021 | 3:19 PM[/URL]

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Didn't trade up for Conley

[QUOTE][h=4]But the Jazz SHOULDN'T trade up in the draft this time.[/h] Trading current assets for future assets is the opposite of what the team should be doing right now. We are in win-now mode.

Posted by [URL="https://www.sbnation.com/users/Kira%20Argonova"]Kira Argonova[/URL] on [URL="https://www.slcdunk.com/nba-draft/2021/7/7/22566223/2021-nba-draft-coverage-scottie-barnes#542203066"]Jul 7, 2021 | 3:31 PM[/URL]

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Don't agree. If you can get someone you like by moving up or moving down do it. If you can get rid of Clarkson, Favors and Hughes in the process than really do it!

[QUOTE]If they’re willing to take a step back for a couple years I think they could explore trading DM or Gobert. Trading either would be a huge gamble, and a painful decision for a fanbase that’s waited years for the team to reach this level. Posted by [URL="https://www.sbnation.com/users/Palmetto%20Bug"]Palmetto Bug[/URL] on [URL="https://www.slcdunk.com/nba-draft/2021/7/7/22566223/2021-nba-draft-coverage-scottie-barnes#542206319"]Jul 7, 2021 | 5:07 PM[/URL]

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I could see get better by trading Mitchell. Not painful to me. Hard to imagine them not being a lottery team if they trade Gobert though

[QUOTE][h=4]I think one solid role wing player will do wonders if we can sign/trade for one[/h] Its best we make minimum changes and focus on strategy, how to adapt to offenses, etc. We were one of the best Jazz teams ever breaking several records last season. It would not be prudent to shake it up just yet.

Posted by [URL="https://www.sbnation.com/users/statpower"]statpower[/URL] on [URL="https://www.slcdunk.com/nba-draft/2021/7/7/22566223/2021-nba-draft-coverage-scottie-barnes#542210241"]Jul 7, 2021 | 6:58 PM[/URL]

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and still no PF :facepalm
[QUOTE][h=4]Gobert is not our most valuable player[/h] the MVP must be able to catch the ball, rebound, box out, shoot .. etc

Posted by [URL="https://www.sbnation.com/users/statpower"]statpower[/URL] on [URL="https://www.slcdunk.com/nba-draft/2021/7/7/22566223/2021-nba-draft-coverage-scottie-barnes#542194469"]Jul 7, 2021 | 12:39 PM[/URL]


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:facepalm

[QUOTE][h=4]You Forgot[/h] "Defend."

As Gobert seems to be the only Jazz player doing any of that these days.

Posted by [URL="https://www.sbnation.com/users/Benjamin%20A.%20Sorensen"]Benjamin A. Sorensen[/URL] on [URL="https://www.slcdunk.com/nba-draft/2021/7/7/22566223/2021-nba-draft-coverage-scottie-barnes#542195430"]Jul 7, 2021 | 12:58 PM[/URL]

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someone gets it

[QUOTE]Good players should be able to hit it at a good rate. Or get fouled which they both do a lot. Posted by [URL="https://www.sbnation.com/users/SKMike"]SKMike[/URL] on [URL="https://www.slcdunk.com/nba-draft/2021/7/7/22566223/2021-nba-draft-coverage-scottie-barnes#542199872"]Jul 7, 2021 | 2:26 PM[/URL]

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good players should be able to defend and pass the ball too

[QUOTE][h=4]Miye Oni survived Nigeria's first cuts for the Olympic team. Down to 15. 12 will go to Tokyo[/h] Didn’t see Dok’s name on the list so assume he didn’t make it. Ekpe Udoh did though. There was a guy we probably should have kept to backup Rudy. Same style and played hard every night.


Posted by [URL="https://www.sbnation.com/users/SKMike"]SKMike[/URL] on [URL="https://www.slcdunk.com/nba-draft/2021/7/7/22566223/2021-nba-draft-coverage-scottie-barnes#542215937"]Jul 7, 2021 | 8:50 PM[/URL]

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as we saw with Favors the same style isn't what they need. Need to be able to be versatile. Udoh would have made more sense than Davis and they could have signed a PF! :lol

[h=4]Also kind of bizarre Dante Exum made the Australian Olympic team[/h] [QUOTE] After not playing at all with Houston following his trade from Cleveland. Kind of risky with being a free agent. But maybe figures the exposure will do him good.


Posted by [URL="https://www.sbnation.com/users/SKMike"]SKMike[/URL] on [URL="https://www.slcdunk.com/nba-draft/2021/7/7/22566223/2021-nba-draft-coverage-scottie-barnes#542217488"]Jul 7, 2021 | 9:19 PM[/URL]

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Aussie's not very deep I guess
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I’d welcome him back on a minimum contract.

Bigger guard that can play some defense. Is quick enough to match up against anybody. Has an offensive explosion from time to time. Doesn’t sound so bad for a minimum price tag.
Anyone else want to join me on Exum island (maybe it should be downgraded to Exum atoll)?

Posted by [URL="https://www.sbnation.com/users/I'mJazzed"]I'mJazzed[/URL] on [URL="https://www.slcdunk.com/nba-draft/2021/7/7/22566223/2021-nba-draft-coverage-scottie-barnes#542218205"]Jul 7, 2021 | 9:43 PM[/URL]

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no guaranteed deal maybe

[QUOTE]I’m not even sure he can play better than Oni at this point. Posted by [URL="https://www.sbnation.com/users/Big_B"]Big_B[/URL] on [URL="https://www.slcdunk.com/nba-draft/2021/7/7/22566223/2021-nba-draft-coverage-scottie-barnes#542219022"]Jul 7, 2021 | 10:20 PM[/URL]

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better than Hughes maybe. That's about it

[url]https://www.slcdunk.com/nba-draft/2021/7/8/22565828/2021-nba-draft-coverage-jared-butler-utah-jazz[/url]

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Wingspan: 6’4”[/QUOTE]

dinosaur arms? probably not

[QUOTE]Second, you may notice Butler’s skill in running an offense. Baylor’s offense was a well-oiled machine, and Jared Butler was a central feature of it. He stands out as a high IQ player, seeing plays before they happen. Butler is adept at maneuvering the pick & roll. If the defender goes under the screen, he’ll shoot without hesitation. If not, he’ll weave through the lane, and utilize a lot of creativity in delivering passes to the big man in tightly defended situations. That’s an ability the Jazz sorely need. [/QUOTE]

too bad the best player in Jazz history doesn't bring that

[QUOTE] Apparently he’s a decent defender, but just like Conley, his size may be a bigger issue than his intensity can compensate for.


Posted by [URL="https://www.sbnation.com/users/GregOstertagged"]GregOstertagged[/URL] on [URL="https://www.slcdunk.com/nba-draft/2021/7/8/22565828/2021-nba-draft-coverage-jared-butler-utah-jazz#542241627"]Jul 8, 2021 | 2:41 PM[/URL]

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Conley has 3 inches on him as far as wingspan and defends fine. Mitchell and Clarkson not so much

[QUOTE]I think Conley is a great player but I’ve always had concerns about his fit with DM given both are 6’1". This concern is only magnified by an undersized O’Neale. Obviously the team had a great season but I think size played some factor in their playoff exit (injuries had the biggest effect). Comparing DM and Conley’s size to other contenders is why I think other teams have a natural advantage over UTA. I agree that size is not the only thing to focus on but you also shouldn’t ignore it, otherwise NBA scouts would spend more time at YMCAs. Posted by [URL="https://www.sbnation.com/users/Palmetto%20Bug"]Palmetto Bug[/URL] on [URL="https://www.slcdunk.com/nba-draft/2021/7/8/22565828/2021-nba-draft-coverage-jared-butler-utah-jazz#542247442"]Jul 8, 2021 | 6:22 PM[/URL]

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Trade Mitchell and move O'neale to the two and get a PF and they are no longer undersized

[QUOTE] They should be looking for some taller players.



Posted by [URL="https://www.sbnation.com/users/PlayfasterJazz"]PlayfasterJazz[/URL] on [URL="https://www.slcdunk.com/nba-draft/2021/7/8/22565828/2021-nba-draft-coverage-jared-butler-utah-jazz#542253996"]Jul 8, 2021 | 9:32 PM[/URL][URL="https://www.slcdunk.com/nba-draft/2021/7/8/22565828/2021-nba-draft-coverage-jared-butler-utah-jazz#542253996"][/QUOTE]

You'd have to have a coach that would play them
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[/URL][QUOTE] my concern is would he get any mins to develop with DM ? Q didnt really give Greyson much chance to develop here


Posted by [URL="https://www.sbnation.com/users/statpower"]statpower[/URL] on [URL="https://www.slcdunk.com/nba-draft/2021/7/8/22565828/2021-nba-draft-coverage-jared-butler-utah-jazz#542242705"]Jul 8, 2021 | 3:08 PM[/URL]

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shouldn't be expecting anyone to come in and play right away unless they played for Duke
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[QUOTE][h=4]It's frustrating cause I see us when I see Phoenix[/h]
Great SG, veteran PG. Lots of 3s. Big center. Etc


Posted by [URL="https://www.sbnation.com/users/SKMike"]SKMike[/URL] on [URL="https://www.slcdunk.com/nba-draft/2021/7/8/22565828/2021-nba-draft-coverage-jared-butler-utah-jazz#542255660"]Jul 8, 2021 | 11:11 PM[/URL]

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Booker better than Mitchell and Monty better than COTY. That's the difference

[url]https://www.slcdunk.com/2021/7/8/22561221/2021-nba-draft-coverage-roko-prkacin[/url]

[QUOTE]Physical: 18 years old (turns 19 this November), 6’9” with a 6’11” wingspan and 8’11” standing reach, 234 pounds

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unless he can play the 3 that's a short wingspan

[QUOTE]I think this is definitely fixable with an NBA-level shooting coach. [/QUOTE]

Jazz have one?
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I view him as someone who could come in and fit Georges Niang’s role while providing some additional flexibility, assuming his shot develops like Niang’s did. He potentially fills a spot that the Jazz need desperately as a weakside defender with length and has unusual upside for someone who will likely be available at the 30th pick. With shooting being his main weakness but something that is definitely fixable, I wouldn’t be shocked to see him develop like Pascal Siakam or OG Anunoby (who were ~65% and ~60% free throw shooters their first two years in the league but now average 80% and are threats from distance). [/QUOTE]

Why would you expect a rookie to come in and play when Ersan didn't?

[QUOTE]a defensive upgrade from Niang is not the worst idea ever. I’m seeing him projected mid 1st to early 2nd, which places him right where we could possibly get him. Posted by [URL="https://www.sbnation.com/users/GregOstertagged"]GregOstertagged[/URL] on [URL="https://www.slcdunk.com/2021/7/8/22561221/2021-nba-draft-coverage-roko-prkacin#542236734"]Jul 8, 2021 | 12:42 PM[/URL]

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Niang was one of their better defenders

[URL="https://www.tennessean.com/story/sports/2021/07/09/former-nba-player-ian-clark-belmont-2021-athletic-hall-fame/7923047002/"]Belmont basketball great Ian Clark is in the Bruins 2021 Athletic Hall of Fame class,[/URL] Belmont University Athletics announced Friday.
– via [URL="https://www.tennessean.com/story/sports/2021/07/09/former-nba-player-ian-clark-belmont-2021-athletic-hall-fame/7923047002/"]Mike Organ @ The Tennessean[/URL]

[QUOTE] Kane Pitman: [URL="https://*********.com/social/"]Asked @Dante Exum about his decision to play in the Olympics for Australia. “It was no decision. It’s always been my dream to play in an Olympic Games.[/URL] I told my agent straight away, I don’t care what anyone has to say, if they had any advice. This is what I’m doing.”

– via [URL="https://twitter.com/KanePitman"]Twitter KanePitman[/URL]


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I'm surprised he made the team

[url]https://www.deseret.com/2021/7/8/22568722/lets-talk-about-the-idea-of-kevin-love-signing-with-the-utah-jazz[/url]

[QUOTE]The Jazz could certainly fall into the “contending teams” category, so is it time for them to try to acquire Love?

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need a 4 but he's not really what they need

[QUOTE]While Love probably would have fit in very well with the Jazz’s core a few years ago, the team has been completely transformed and doesn’t really need what Love can offer, and his shortcomings are the same ones the Jazz have now.

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they need a 4 and Rudy could use the help on the boards and he doesn't hurt their spacing. But need someone to protect the rim and guard the perimeter ideally as well

[QUOTE]Specifically, the Jazz don’t need a “stretch four” anymore, as their two starting forwards, Bojan Bogdanovic and Royce O’Neale, are good outside shooters. Truthfully, Love at this point in his career is more of a “stretch five,” or center, as he probably can’t defend 4s anymore.

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they aren't 4's. big part of their problems

Orazio Cauchi: [URL="https://*********.com/social/"]Serbian side Partizan Belgrade is showing interest in NBA free agent big man Ed Davis,[/URL] according to a source. Davis spent this last season with the Minnesota Timberwolves, averaging 2 points and 5 rebounds per game.
– via [URL="https://twitter.com/paxer89"]Twitter paxer89[/URL]

Tony Jones: Caleb Agada, who was a star for Nigeria tonight in their exhibition win over Team USA, recently worked out for the Utah Jazz. [URL="https://*********.com/social/"]I’m told Agada’s NBA interest spiked tonight, for obvious reasons.[/URL] He will play for the Denver Nuggets in Summer League
– via [URL="https://twitter.com/Tjonesonthenba"]Twitter Tjonesonthenba[/URL]

[url]https://kslsports.com/463088/utah-sports-teams-need-to-be-bold-to-win-championships/[/url]

[QUOTE][h=2]Utah Teams Need To Take Chances[/h][/QUOTE]

something the Jazz have never done. See if anything changes under new ownership

[QUOTE]The Utah Jazz typically have not been a team that would go over the luxury tax. They would draft and build their team that way and be creative in trades or free agent signings. That only goes so far to win a championship, and it is rare for a team to draft two Hall of Famers like Karl Malone and John Stockton.

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and probably the only time a team drafted two of the greatest players in back to back draft and waste two decades with them

[QUOTE]The Utah Jazz are very close and just a pair of injuries really away from being champions, but the hard part upcoming is how to keep this team in contention. Ryan Smith is the new owner and in his first off-season and the main priority is what to do with Mike Conley.

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are they close?

[QUOTE]His maximum deal allowable would put the Jazz well over the [URL="https://kslsports.com/462566/jazz-have-options-with-mike-conley/"]luxury tax[/URL] and that will be a tough choice to make with new ownership. Seeing how good the Jazz were this past year and so close to a title, bringing back Conley and going over the luxury tax is what the Jazz must do to win an NBA title. Then they can be creative in getting role players to join this team next year.

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being bold would be firing the coach after having the top record or trading the 6th man of the year or the world highest paid backup center for someone that makes more sense. The first one obviously isn't happening

[url]https://bustingbrackets.com/2021/07/10/nba-mock-draft-2021-updated-mock-draft-combine-key-deadline/2/[/url]


[QUOTE] Joel [B]Ayayi[/B]

Shooting Guard Gonzaga

[IMG]https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/fetch/w_75,h_75,c_fill,g_auto,f_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.fansided.com%2Flogos%2Fnba%2Fjazz.png[/IMG]


In the last mock draft, I had Ayayi going to Utah and I believe he is still the best fit for Utah here. The Jazz is in win-now mode and could use a player that could come off the bench and contribute right away. Ayayi has a good IQ and can fit in any offense, his three-point shooting and defense will allow him to help Utah right away. I do not think Ayayi’s ceiling is high but this is a nice value for Utah at this stage in the draft.

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unlikely anyone comes in and plays right away unless they went to Duke. Need a 1

[url]https://kslsports.com/463199/joe-ingles-has-big-performance-for-australia-in-exhibition-win-over-argentina/[/url]

[QUOTE]Ingles was the second leading scorer for the Boomers with 16 points, two rebounds and three assists, while shooting 5-of-13 from the field and 4-for-11 from the three-point line in 28 minutes.

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looks like he struggled to me

[QUOTE]Former Jazzman and current Houston Rockets guard Dante Exum played 16 minutes while scoring seven points, one rebound and three assists.

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not bad for the Golden Child

[QUOTE]For Argentina, Luis Scola led the way with 25 points and eight rebounds on 9-of-18 shooting from the field and 4-for-9 from downtown. Denver Nuggets guard Facundo Campazzo chipped in 12 points and Luca Vildoza had 11 points.

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still getting it done. Always liked him :cheers:

[url]https://www.slcdunk.com/2021/7/12/22563376/2021-nba-draft-coverage-joe-wieskamp[/url]

[QUOTE]Wingspan: 6’ 11”

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what the Wizard liked

[QUOTE]Wieskamp should be available when Utah is on the clock with the 30th pick. Wieskamp is a quick-trigger sniper from deep comparable to shooters like Furkan Korkmaz and Kyle Korver. This would be a solid pick for the Jazz.

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need a 1

[URL="https://www.sltrib.com/sports/jazz/2021/07/12/utah-jazz-games-will-be/"]Jazz games will continue to be on AT&T SportsNet during the 2021-22 season, after the franchise signed a one-year extension to its previous TV deal during the 2020 offseason,[/URL] The Salt Lake Tribune has learned. The team first signed a contract with AT&T SportsNet — then Fox Sports Net — in 2009. That deal paid the Jazz approximately $20 million per year for a 12-year contract that expired at the end of the 2021 season.
– via [URL="https://www.sltrib.com/sports/jazz/2021/07/12/utah-jazz-games-will-be/"]Salt Lake Tribune[/URL]





But in the uncertainty created by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Jazz management and AT&T SportsNet management agreed to continue their relationship for at least another season. [URL="https://www.sltrib.com/sports/jazz/2021/07/12/utah-jazz-games-will-be/"]The deal was completed before the sale of the franchise from Larry H. Miller Group of Companies to new owner Ryan Smith[/URL].
– via [URL="https://www.sltrib.com/sports/jazz/2021/07/12/utah-jazz-games-will-be/"]Salt Lake Tribune[/URL]






It’s unclear how much AT&T SportsNet will pay the Jazz for the rights to broadcast their games in 2021-22. What is clear, though, is that the rights to broadcast Jazz games are quite valuable. [URL="https://www.sltrib.com/sports/jazz/2021/07/12/utah-jazz-games-will-be/"]Of the 30 teams in the NBA, the Jazz’s 5.9 average rating on locally broadcast Jazz games this season ranked second, only slightly behind the Golden State Warriors’ 5.96 rating[/URL].
– via [URL="https://www.sltrib.com/sports/jazz/2021/07/12/utah-jazz-games-will-be/"]Salt Lake Tribune[/URL]

But Ingles, who scored 17 points in Team Australia’s 91-83 win over Team USA on Monday night in Las Vegas, soberly stating that the Aussies held no fear or doubt that they would beat this team of American stars is certainly the latest in a growing number of “stop you in your tracks” moments when it comes to USA Basketball. “No disrespect to them. [URL="https://theathletic.com/2703850/2021/07/13/with-sirens-blaring-and-losses-mounting-what-can-team-usa-do-to-fix-this-and-avoid-an-olympic-disaster/?source=rss"]They’re a hell of a team, obviously, the guys they’ve got on their roster,” Ingles said. “And Pop (Gregg Popovich) standing up there is always nice to see. But we came in here expecting to win the game,[/URL] and that’s what we did.”
– via [URL="https://theathletic.com/2703850/2021/07/13/with-sirens-blaring-and-losses-mounting-what-can-team-usa-do-to-fix-this-and-avoid-an-olympic-disaster/?source=rss"]Joe Vardon @ The Athletic[/URL]

[url]https://www.ksl.com/article/50203347/nba-draft-5-prospects-to-like-for-the-jazz-at-no-30[/url]

[QUOTE]The good news: There's been plenty of rotation players taken that late in the draft, including last year with Desmond Bane going to Memphis and playing a key role in the Grizzlies' run to the playoffs. This year's draft is a deep one with a number of players who are all over the place on NBA draft boards. So the Jazz should have some options to improve the team.

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we've seen under Snyder that it is unlikely anyone steps right in. Improving the team comes from vets

[QUOTE]There are negatives, though: his release is low, he especially struggled on spot-up 3s (something the Jazz will need him to make), and he doesn't appear to have the feel needed to run an NBA offense full time. But his athleticism and defensive ability make him someone who could potentially jump right into an NBA rotation.

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just not on Utah unless he went to Duke

[QUOTE][B]Why we like him:[/B] Jones is long, energetic and can defend three or four positions. That alone would give the Jazz a bit more flexibility on defense. On the offensive end, he can create a bit and is a good cutter without the ball. The big knock against him, however, is his shot.

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need a 1. Next...

[QUOTE][B]Why we like him:[/B] The Jazz were undone partially by injuries to Donovan Mitchell and Mike Conley, but their second-round loss to the Clippers showed that despite having the best record in the league, the team was far from matchup proof. A little more versatility on the defensive end would have given the Jazz another look to throw at Los Angeles. Robinson-Earl could provide the Jazz another look.

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they had different looks. COTY refused to try anything

[QUOTE][B]Why we like him:[/B] Grimes shot 40% from 3 on over eight attempts per game last season while playing for one of the best defensive teams in the country — not a bad combo. His shot alone makes him an intriguing prospect, but there's more, too. He's capable of defending both guard positions out on the perimeter and is especially good at blocking shots on the perimeter (that probably won't translate too much against NBA talent, but shows he should be good at closing out). Grimes is coming off a strong combine performance where he showed a bit more playmaking abilities that has raised his stock into first-round territory.

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sounds like their guy

[QUOTE][B]Why we like him:[/B] If the Jazz don't feel there's a player that can help them immediately then making a more risky selection might be the play. If that's the case, Thor could be an interesting addition.

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there is absolutely no reason to think anyone would help them immediately but every year here we are

[url]https://kslsports.com/463233/utah-jazz-nba-draft-prospect-quentin-grimes/[/url]

[QUOTE]Grimes should have had more success near the rim than he did in college with his strong frame, high release, and good athleticism.[/QUOTE]

another guy that can't make a layup. What's new?


[QUOTE]Though he has a good frame, he lacks elite length and athleticism which will lower his ceiling as a defender at the NBA level.

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The Wizard wouldn't have taken him. We'll see with Zanik

[url]https://saltcityhoops.com/big-wings-who-defend-shoot-are-in-short-supply/[/url]

[QUOTE][h=1][URL="https://saltcityhoops.com/big-wings-who-defend-shoot-are-in-short-supply/"]Big Wings Who Defend, Shoot Are In Short Supply[/URL][/h][/QUOTE]

what about a starting 4/small ball 5 that can protect the rim?

[QUOTE]How many people would have guessed that Niang was one of Utah’s three players to hit these four stat thresholds? Sure, he only barely hit the minimums for P&R handler defense and overall defense, but the point here is that Niang might be more impactful than a casual fan realizes. While not particularly athletic in the traditional sense of the word, he does have good size at 6-foot-7. No, he’s not an on-ball stopper, but when ball handlers do try to go at him, he can often hold his own or at least leverage the team scheme to help himself. He’s coming off a minimum salary deal, but might get a piece of an exception from someone. (The Jazz can go past the minimum to keep him without using their MLE/BAE because they hold his Bird rights.)

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was one of their best defenders.

[QUOTE]At 6-foot-1, Conley doesn’t necessarily bottle up ball handlers across all positions. But the fact that he’s on this list underscores just how devastating it would be for the Jazz to lose him. In addition to all he does as a creator and defense-solver, he’s also one of the best on-ball defenders on the team, even at his size.

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we saw how devastating in the playoffs

[QUOTE]Portis will likely decline a $3.8 million player option, so it feels appropriate to list him here with the free agents. His improvement at guarding the ball makes him worth mentioning. He’s also just 26. But after spending a ton of resources last offseason to shore up big man depth, I’m not sure if it’s wise for the Jazz to use their only exception on a guy who played 80% of his minutes at center last year, unless they really feel he can guard on the ball more regularly.

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they liked him before or maybe only the Wizard did? Need a starting 4/small ball 5. O'Nelae plays wing again/ Win win!

[QUOTE]It was a bit surprising to find the 2018 Jazz draftee on this list, and honestly he was [I]barely[/I] positive in D-Raptor (+0.02). Even if he were on firmer ground, the 6-foot-4 guard probably doesn’t quite fit the bill from a size perspective, and it’s hard to imagine the Jazz reacquiring him anyway.

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might still have him if the Wizard would have given up Exum. No thanks on Duke players

[QUOTE]PatBev fancies himself a multi-positional stopper, but at 6-foot-1 he’s mostly successful at hounding guards, not wings. He’s also 33 and missed half the season with injuries. The Clippers would probably consider moving him, but his salary would require the Jazz to give up a real piece.

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love him. They want Clarkson/Favors/Hughes?

[QUOTE]We highlighted Boucher last offseason as a guy with some upside, and he didn’t disappoint in his first crack at being a rotation player. He has some stretch capabilities as a big but also protects the rim, and his presence on this list means he can also hold his own when guarding the ball in space (small sample, though). But for all those reasons, the Raps will likely hang on and see what they’ve got.

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be a great fit it sounds like

[QUOTE]Holiday was the player I [URL="https://saltcityhoops.com/offseason-targets-part-ii-big-wings-who-can-defend-shoot/"]kept mentioning last offseason[/URL] in the event that the Jazz decided to use their larger exception on a defensive wing and then fill the backup center role with a cheaper option. Instead, they used the full MLE on Derrick Favors and that took them out of the Holiday running, but the latter is right back here on the list of 3-and-D specialists. He’s 6-foot-6, although somewhat slight of build to be wrestling with Kawhi/LeBron types full-time. It’s also hard to say whether Indy’s expected retool may make him available.

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had him once. He go to Duke since then?

[QUOTE]The most interesting name here is Victor Oladipo, whose all-league and all-defense career was thrown off course by a series of injuries. He was one of the very worst defenders against P&R ball handlers last season, but if a team thinks they could get him back to something even close to his 2-time All-Star level, Oladipo is unrestricted. Fellow free agents Alec Burks, Semi Ojeleye and Alex Caruso are smaller wings, but all of them just barely missed the P&R threshold while meeting the other three.

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too bad COTY didn't like Burks and they are stuck with Clarkson instead

[QUOTE]PJ Washington ($4.2M) and Larry Nance ($10.7M) are technically fours (or even small-ball fives), but both are 6-foot-7 forwards who made the grade on catch-and-shoots and have some defensive prowess in space, too.

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would love Nance

[QUOTE]Everybody loves to talk about how Nic Batum might have fit, but he is way below average guarding the ball at this point: 11th percentile guarding isos, 30th against P&R handlers. He’ll be an unrestricted free agent, at 32.

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COTY wouldn't have played him

[QUOTE]Free agent and former Jazz lotto pick Dante Exum once again bottled up pick-and-roll ball handlers this past season (99th %ile in brief action before his latest injury), but that 11% catch-and-shoot number is so bad it looks like a typo. (Only nine attempts, but still.)

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God no

[QUOTE]Harrison Barnes was barely negative on D-Raptor (-0.12) and barely missed the cut on P&R defense (47th %ile), but if there were a way to acquire his $20.3M salary without parting with a core piece, he seems to match a lot of what Utah is looking for in terms of size, athleticism and an ability to create his own shot.

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Clarkson/Favors/Hughes!

G League Ignite Draft Prospect [URL="https://theathletic.com/2703448/2021/07/13/sixers-opening-up-ben-simmons-trade-talks-knicks-interested-in-collin-sexton-plus-more-nba-news/"]Isaiah Todd is canceling workouts with teams owning late first-round picks — such as the Jazz — because he has focused on visits with teams with lottery picks,[/URL] sources said.
– via [URL="https://theathletic.com/2703448/2021/07/13/sixers-opening-up-ben-simmons-trade-talks-knicks-interested-in-collin-sexton-plus-more-nba-news/"]Shams Charania @ The Athletic[/URL]

Coaches took Ayton through footwork drills and coverages. By the second half of his rookie season, Ayton seemed to be learning more from film study — including of Rudy Gobert, Clint Capela, and Adams. [URL="https://www.espn.com/nba/insider/story/_/id/31807851/nba-finals-2021-how-deandre-ayton-incredible-evolution-transformed-suns"]“Sometimes rookies don’t want to sit and watch film,” Williamson said. “But as the season went on, he became more a student of the game.”[/URL]

– via [URL="https://www.espn.com/nba/insider/story/_/id/31807851/nba-finals-2021-how-deandre-ayton-incredible-evolution-transformed-suns"]Zach Lowe @ ESPN[/URL]





Williams and assistant coach Mark Bryant had overlapped with the Oklahoma City Thunder; Williams hired Bryant away in part to work with Ayton. [URL="https://www.espn.com/nba/insider/story/_/id/31807851/nba-finals-2021-how-deandre-ayton-incredible-evolution-transformed-suns"]“When I first met him, I was like, ‘Man, this kid is a legit 7 [feet],'” Bryant said. “Because so many times people are like, ‘This guy is 7,’ and I get around him, and he’s really 6-10. Deandre is a legit 7.[/URL] And when I saw him moving around, I said to myself, ‘Oh my god, this kid is gonna be alright if he keeps working it.'” (Ayton is officially listed at 6-foot-11.)
– via [URL="https://www.espn.com/nba/insider/story/_/id/31807851/nba-finals-2021-how-deandre-ayton-incredible-evolution-transformed-suns"]Zach Lowe @ ESPN[/URL]







It was Bryant’s way of getting Ayton to visualize how it should look and feel as he drops back against the pick-and-roll defending two people at once — ball handler and roller. If that rolling big — Ayton’s man — gets beyond Ayton’s head, the Suns are at risk of allowing a lob dunk. But overreact to that threat, and you abandon the most dangerous player on the floor — the guy with the ball. Ayton had to find that in-between space, and learn how to hold it. If he could do that, his teammates on the perimeter could stick on outside shooters instead of darting inside to help him. [URL="https://www.espn.com/nba/insider/story/_/id/31807851/nba-finals-2021-how-deandre-ayton-incredible-evolution-transformed-suns"]He watched even more film of Gobert. “He plays big,” Ayton said. “I try to steal those tendencies. I try to be giant.”[/URL]
– via [URL="https://www.espn.com/nba/insider/story/_/id/31807851/nba-finals-2021-how-deandre-ayton-incredible-evolution-transformed-suns"]Zach Lowe @ ESPN[/URL]

[QUOTE] Orazio Cauchi: [URL="https://*********.com/social/"]Real Madrid officially announced the signing of Nigel Williams-Goss.[/URL] It’s a two year deal until 2023

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better than Hughes anyway

[url]https://thejnotes.com/2021/07/12/utah-jazz-joe-ingles-possible-golden/[/url]

[QUOTE]In light of [URL="https://thejnotes.com/2021/07/11/utah-jazz-player-aids-humbling-usa/"]Team USA’s stunning loss on Saturday[/URL] to Utah Jazz role player Miye Oni and Nigeria in Las Vegas, it’s now anyone’s guess as to which country ought to be the favorite to take home gold from the upcoming 2021 Tokyo Olympics.[/QUOTE]

USA is the favorite