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Jaren Jackson Jr.'s debut offered Utah Jazz fans something they haven't seen in some time. A competent simplicity thanks to the team's new All-Star pairing in the frontcourt.
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Jaren Jackson Jr. Shines In Utah Jazz Loss To Magic - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz successfully debuted big man Jaren Jackson Jr. in a loss to the Orlando Magic 120-117.
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about 17 hours ago
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A pair of former Utah Jazz players helped the team avoid a potentially costly win against the Hawks. But even as the team has begun to exit its rebuild, Thursday's game was a fitting reminder of the franchise's painful last three years.
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Landale, Alexander-Walker Help Jazz Avoid Costly Win - KSL Sports
Jock Landale and Nickeil Alexander-Walker helped the Utah Jazz achieve their goal against the Hawks, but served as a reminder of three difficult years.
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3 days ago
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The Jazz are acquiring Lonzo Ball and draft picks from the Cavaliers, while sending Jock Landale to the Hawks in a pair of deals ahead of tomorrow's trade deadline.
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Utah Jazz Acquire Lonzo Ball, Trade Jock Landale - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz are acquiring guard Lonzo Ball from the Cleveland Cavaliers, and sending center Jock Landale to the Atlanta Hawks.
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4 days ago
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There's a good chance the Grizzlies chose Walt Clayton Jr. over Isaiah Collier in today's trade. Collier may have them regretting that decision already. Plus, there's now a minutes crunch in the Jazz's second unit.
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Utah Jazz Youth Make Statement, Beat Indy After Trade - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz snapped their six-game losing streak with a 131-122 win over the Indiana Pacers.
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5 days ago
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The Utah Jazz have officially acquired two-time All-Star Jaren Jackson Jr. from the Memphis Grizzlies. âŞď¸What does Jaren Jackson Jr. offer? âŞď¸Was this a good trade?
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Jaren Jackson Jr. - Did The Jazz Make A Good Trade? - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz became major players ahead of the NBA trade deadline, acquiring two-time All-Star Jaren Jackson Jr. from the Memphis Grizzlies.
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5 days ago
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The absence of Keyonte George in the Utah Jazz's loss to the Raptors exposed holes in the team's execution, and where Ace Bailey has room to grow.
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George's Absence Reveals Holes In Utah Jazz Roster - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz dropped their sixth-straight game, falling to the Toronto Raptors 107-100 to open a five-game road trip.
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7 days ago
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Egor Demin returned to Utah and lit up Delta Center. 25 points, 10 rebounds, 6 threes, and an NBA rookie record as the Brooklyn Nets beat the Utah Jazz.
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Egor Demin Sets Career-Highs With 25 And 10, Nets Down Jazz - KSL Sports
The Brooklyn Nets beat the Utah Jazz on Friday behind a career night from rookie Egor Demin.
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9 days ago
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Despite dropping their fourth straight game, Brice Sensabaugh and Ace Bailey offered a hint of their future roles for the Utah Jazz.
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Bailey, Sensabaugh Hit Stride, Utah Jazz Fall To Warriors - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz fell to the Golden State Warriors 140-124 on Wednesday, extending their losing skid to four games.
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11 days ago
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Ace Bailey scored 20 points in the Jazz's loss to the Clippers. Jazz coach Will Hardy discussed the rookie's development after getting skipped over for the Rising Stars Challenge.
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Utah Jazz Not Worried About Ace Bailey's Rising Stars Snub - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz lost 115-103 to the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday, dropping their 13th game in 16 outings.
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12 days ago
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Ace Bailey was surprisingly left off the NBA's Rising Stars roster at next month's All-Star Weekend.
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Ace Bailey Snubbed For Rising Stars Roster - KSL Sports
Ace Bailey was snubbed for the Rising Stars Challenge during NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles in February.
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13 days ago
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The Miami Heat overpowered the Utah Jazz on the glass in a lopsided 147-116 contest. Plus, what did Will Hardy have to say about Jusuf Nurkic's record-breaking triple-double streak?
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Utah Jazz Overpowered In Lopsided Loss To Miami Heat - KSL Sports
The Miami Heat dominated the Utah Jazz 145-116 in a dominant blowout despite a third straight triple-double from Jusuf Nurkic.
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15 days ago
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With another triple-double against the Spurs, Jusuf Nurkic is playing his best basketball right before the trade deadline. But that doesn't mean the Utah Jazz should move him.
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Another Nurkic Triple-Double Turns Eyes To Trade Deadline - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz lost to the San Antonio Spurs 126-109 on Thursday, despite another triple-double from Jusuf Nurkic.
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17 days ago
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Will the Utah Jazz be active at the NBA Trade Deadline? Who on the team has value, and do the Jazz need to make a move?
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Jazz Mailbag: Will Jazz Be Active At The Trade Deadline? - KSL Sports
In this week's Utah Jazz Mailbag, we preview the rapidly approaching NBA trade deadline, and who could be on the move.
https://kslsports.com/nba/utah-jazz/jazz-mailbag-trade-deadline/570236
18 days ago
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The Utah Jazz downed the Timberwolves 127-122 in what was the most exciting game of the Jazz season. âŞď¸Will Hardy notched his 100th win âŞď¸Keyonte George scored a career-high âŞď¸Nurkic had a triple-double âŞď¸And the Gobert blockbuster is coming into focus
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George's 43 Points Lifts Utah Jazz In Best Game Of Season - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz erased a doubleâdigit fourthâquarter deficit and stunned the Minnesota Timberwolves 127â122.
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19 days ago
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With yesterday being MLK Jr. Day, we're recording a new Jazz Notes podcast episode today at noon! As always, reply here with your Utah Jazz and NBA questions and we will answer them on the show!
19 days ago
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As the Utah Jazz winning pace decreases, their lottery odds improve. Where are they projected to finish in the standings after their 1-4 road trip?
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Where Utah Jazz Are Projected To Finish Year After 1-4 Trip - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz lost to the San Antonio Spurs 120-110, ending their five-game road trip with a 1-4 record.
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20 days ago
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The Utah Jazz aided their hopes of holding onto their lottery pick with back-to-back losses in Dallas, while Brice Sensabaugh's strong play raises questions about his future.
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Utah Jazz Loss Reveals Sensabaugh Question, Helps Lotto Odds - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz fell to the Dallas Mavericks, 138-120, marking their third straight loss on their five-game road trip.
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22 days ago
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With tonight's loss, the Utah Jazz fell to 14-27 at the midway point of the season. What does that mean for their 2026 lottery pick, what have they already accomplished this year, and what comes next?
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Utah Jazz Drop To 14-27 At Midway Point in Season - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz lost to the Dallas Mavericks 144â122, falling to 1â2 on their current fiveâgame road trip.
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24 days ago
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Brice Sensabaugh makes history. 43 points off the bench for the @utahjazz â including 21 in the 1st quarter, the most by a bench player in ANY quarter in 30 years! But, what does it mean as the Jazz fall to Bulls, 128-126?
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Brice Sensabaugh Scores 43, Jazz Fall To Bulls - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz fell to the Chicago Bulls 128-126 despite a record-setting night from Brice Sensabaugh.
https://kslsports.com/nba/utah-jazz/brice-sensabaugh-record-bulls/569439
25 days ago
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Former Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell has high praise for Keyonte George. "It started with Keyonte George, who deserves to be an All-Star -- a young fella that I know personally, and I am excited to see his progress."
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Donovan Mitchell: Keyonte George 'Deserves' All-Star Nod - KSL Sports
Former Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell says Keyonte George deserves to be an All-Star this year.
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27 days ago
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The Utah Jazz bounced back from Saturday's debacle with an impressive win on the road over the Cavaliers. This Cavaliers roster doesn't look like a championship contender, but they were right to bet on Donovan Mitchell.
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Utah Jazz Stun Cavaliers With Impressive Road Win - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz responded to Saturdayâs 55-point loss to the Charlotte Hornets by earning a surprising victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers.
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27 days ago
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The Hornets embarrassed the Utah Jazz on their home floor. But, at least they (narrowly) avoided a few franchise-worst marks in the 55-point loss.
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Utah Jazz Suffer 55-Point Loss To Hornets On Home Floor
The Utah Jazz suffered one of the worst losses in franchise history, falling to the Charlotte Hornets 150-95.
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29 days ago
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Just 24 hours after blowing a late lead to the Thunder, the Utah Jazz flipped the script, stonewalling the Mavericks down the stretch to snap a five-game losing streak.
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Late Run Lifts Utah Jazz Past Dallas Mavericks - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz snapped their five-game losing streak by beating the Dallas Mavericks 116-114.
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about 1 month ago
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The Utah Jazz gave the Thunder everything they could handle, but came up short in OT. Jusuf Nurkic's foul trouble loomed large in the loss, while Walt Clayton Jr. proved he's ready to play in the Jazz's biggest moments.
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Utah Jazz Finish Winless Road Trip With Overtime Thriller - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz dropped a 129-125 overtime thriller to the Oklahoma City Thunder, closing their four-game road trip without a victory.
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about 1 month ago
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Once viewed as square pegs in a round hole, Kevin Love and Jusuf Nurkic have been instrumental for the Utah Jazz this season, and the vets are raving about the team's culture. "I tell the guys, like, you donât know how good you have it here."
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Kevin Love, Jusuf Nurkic Praise Utah Jazz Culture
In the midst of another losing season, veterans Kevin Love and Jusuf Nurkic are raving about the culture inside the Utah Jazz organization.
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about 1 month ago
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The Trail Blazers made quick work of the Utah Jazz in Portland. Deni Avdija serves as a cautionary tale against trading veterans for draft picks, while the Jazz might be walking into a buzz saw on Wednesday in OKC.
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Hot Shooting Trail Blazers Keep Utah Jazz Winless On Trip - KSL Sports
The Portland Trail Blazers made quick work of the Utah Jazz, winning 137-117 at home.
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about 1 month ago
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Recording a new Jazz Notes podcast today at noon! As always, reply here with your Utah Jazz and NBA questions and we will answer them on the episode.
about 1 month ago
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FINAL: Warriors 123, Utah Jazz 114 The Jazz's offense sizzled for three quarters⌠then froze. Lauri Markkanen (35) and Keyonte George (22 & 9) led the way, but the Jazz couldnât match the Warriorsâ depth or lateâgame defense.
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Utah Jazz Go Cold Late In 9-Point Loss To Warriors
The Utah Jazz fell to the Golden State Warriors 123â114, dropping their second consecutive game to open their fourâgame road trip.
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about 1 month ago
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Despite a career-high night for Cody Williams, the Utah Jazz fell to the Clippers to open their four-game road trip.
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Utah Jazz Drop First Game Of 2026 Against Clippers
The Utah Jazz dropped their first game of 2026, falling to the Los Angeles Clippers 118-101.
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about 1 month ago
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The Utah Jazz mailbag: How does the top-eight protected first round draft pick affect the Jazzâs pick swap with the Cavaliers?
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Jazz Mailbag: Does Cavaliers 2026 Swap Impact Thunder Pick?
Jazz Mailbag: Do the swap rights with the Cleveland Cavaliers impact the 1-8 protected lottery pick with the Oklahoma City Thunder.
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about 1 month ago
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The Celtics stymied the Utah Jazz offense in the fourth quarter to close the 2025 calendar year. Keyonte George and Jusuf Nurkic each had huge games for the Jazz, while Walt Clayton discussed the best dunk of his young NBA career.
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Keyonte George Drops 37, Utah Jazz Fall To Boston Celtics
The Utah Jazz fell to the Boston Celtics 129-119, snapping their two-game winning streak to end 2025.
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about 1 month ago
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Lauri Markkanen is making his All-Star case â again. More than 110K fans voted for Lauri in the first returns. With the new USA vs. World format, will Markkanen make the cut?
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Lauri Markkanen All-Star Voting Shows Early Promise
Lauri Markkanen received some well-deserved recognition in the first round of voting for the NBA All-Star game.
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about 1 month ago
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Keyonte George recorded his third straight 30+ point game, but it wasn't enough as the Utah Jazz fell to the Los Angeles Lakers behind Luka Doncic's 45-point triple-double.
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Doncic Outbattles George In Lakers Win Over Jazz
Luka Doncic recorded a 45 point triple-double to outduel Keyonte George's third-straight 30 point game for the Jazz.
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about 2 months ago
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Can Lauri Markkanen or Keyonte George make the 2026 NBA All-Star Game? Here's what the numbers say about the Jazz duo's candidacy.
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Jazz Launch All-Star Campaigns For Markkanen, George
The Utah Jazz have launched All-Star campaigns for Lauri Markkanen and Keyonte George.
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about 2 months ago
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Keyonte George outscored the Dallas Mavericks in overtime by himself on Monday. Is his recent play changing how the Utah Jazz view him? Plus, Cooper Flagg is as good as advertised. What does that mean for THIS year's draft?
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Keyonte George Scores 37, Utah Jazz Down Dallas Mavericks
SALT LAKE CITY - The Utah Jazz beat the Dallas Mavericks 140â133 in overtime, fueled by huge performances from Keyonte George and Lauri Markkanen.
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about 2 months ago
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Recording a new Jazz Notes podcast today at noon! As always, reply here with your Utah Jazz and NBA questions and we will answer them on the podcast.
about 2 months ago
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Walker Kesslerâs season ended after just 5 games. Despite the setback, heâs staying positive: "I think everything happens for a reason. So Iâm just going to focus on my rehab right now and attack the rehab with the best intensity I can."
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Walker Kessler Not Focused On Contract After Shoulder Injury
Walker Kesslerâs season ended early due to shoulder surgery, leaving his contract future uncertain as he focuses on staying connected with the Jazz.
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about 2 months ago
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Recording a new Jazz Notes podcast today at noon! As always, reply here with your Utah Jazz and NBA questions and we will answer them on the episode.
2 months ago
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The Utah Jazz were thrashed by the Thunder in a battle of shorthanded rosters. Rookie Walt Clayton Jr. broke the 20-point barrier for the first time, while a series of in-arena malfunctions provided a distraction to the blowout.
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Utah Jazz Thrashed By Thunder In Battle Of Shorthanded Rosters
The Utah Jazz fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder, 131-101, in a blowout between two shorthanded teams.
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2 months ago
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The Utah Jazz saw their 2-game win streak end in a 146-112 loss to the Knicks. â Keyonte George & Lauri Markkanen: 18 pts each đŹ Jazz trailed 41-13 after a brutal 23-0 Knicks run to start, but Walt Clayton Jr. finally found his stroke.
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New York Knicks Jump On Utah Jazz Early, Cruise To Victory
The Utah Jazz ended their season-best two-game winning streak with a 146-112 loss to the New York Knicks.
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2 months ago
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The Utah Jazz erased a 15-point deficit, and used a 42-20 fourth quarter to beat the Brooklyn Nets 123-110. â Lauri and Keyonte combined for 59 points, while Walt Clayton Jr. is seeing his role increase night after night.
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Utah Jazz Storm Past Nets With 4th Quarter Barrage
The Utah Jazz opened their two-game road trip by beating the Brooklyn Nets 123-110, securing their first set of back-to-back victories this season.
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2 months ago
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Recording a new Jazz Notes podcast today! As always, reply here with your Utah Jazz and NBA questions and we will answer them on the episode.
2 months ago
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The Houston Rockets stifled the Utah Jazz's best players in a lopsided affair on Sunday. What did Lauri Markkanen and Keyonte George say after tough outings on the front end of a back-to-back?
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Utah Jazz Stars Stifled By Houston Rockets In Blowout Loss
The Utah Jazz were on the wrong end of a 129-101 blowout at the hands of the Houston Rockets.
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2 months ago
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The Utah Jazz ended a 4-game slide with a 128-119 win over the Kings to close NBA Cup play. â Keyonte George: 31 PTS â Lauri Markkanen: 28 PTS â Brice Sensabaugh: 20 PTS Plus, what did Ace Bailey say about his knee injury after the game?
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Ace Bailey Leaves Utah Jazz Win Over Kings With Knee Injury
The Utah Jazz snapped their four-game losing streak, downing the Sacramento Kings 128-119 to close out NBA Cup play.
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2 months ago
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đ¸Last chance, Jazz fans! The team's 30 Rock Basketball makes its final appearance Friday at Delta Center against the Sacramento Kings. Designed by local artist Trent Call, this 8-foot display celebrates the NBA's return to NBC.
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Jazz 30 Rock Basketball On Display For Final Time Friday
Fans can see the Utah Jazz 30 Rocks at 30 Rock Basketball for the final time on Friday before it goes up for auction in December
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2 months ago
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Keyonte George's hot streak continued, as did the Jazz's losing streak. The guard is averaging 28.4 PPG, 7.4 AST on 49% FG, 39% 3PT over his last five, including the team's 134-117 loss to the Warriors, their fourth in a row.
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Utah Jazz Move To 1-7 On Road After Warriors Blowout
The Utah Jazz lost their fourth consecutive game Monday night, falling to the Golden State Warriors 134-117.
https://kslsports.com/nba/utah-jazz/utah-jazz-warriors-keyonte/565064
3 months ago
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Recording a new Jazz Notes podcast today at noon! As always, reply here with your Utah Jazz and NBA questions and we will answer them on the episode.
3 months ago
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Keyonte George dropped 27 & 8, Lauri Markkanen scored 8 in the final 2:15, and rookie Ace Bailey made clutch playsâbut the Jazz's comeback ended on a rim-out.
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Utah Jazz Late Rally Comes Up Short In Loss To Lakers
The Utah Jazz comeback came up short in a dramatic 108-106 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers.
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3 months ago
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The Utah Jazz fall 144-112 to the OKC Thunder after surrendering a 33-4 run in the 3rd quarter. â 28 turnovers â 44 OKC points â 3rd straight game allowing 140+ On a good first half, and a shocking second half in Utah.
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Incredible Third Quarter Thrusts OKC Thunder Past Utah Jazz
The Utah Jazz suffered a 144-112 blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, dropping to 5-10 on the season.
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3 months ago
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The Utah Jazz bet big on Ace Baileyâand the rookie is starting to deliver. After a rough start, Baileyâs last 5 games: â 13.8 PPG â 52% FG â 37% 3PT Could he signal the end of the Jazzâs rebuild?
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Utah Jazz Big Bet On Ace Bailey Is Paying Off
Ace Bailey is quickly emerging as a bright spot for the Utah Jazz, flashing the scoring punch and versatility that could accelerate the rebuild.
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3 months ago
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