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Report: Kevin Love has mutual interest with 1 notable team

Kevin Love could be coming full circle this offseason. The free agent big man Love is open to returning to the Minnesota Timberwolves, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reported this week.

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Three Utah Jazz Players Rated Way Too Low in NBA 2K27

This year's edition of NBA 2K has officially released with NBA 2K27. And upon the release of NBA 2K27, we now know how each player on the Utah Jazz's roster is rated in this year's game.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / September 4

Best and Worst Case Scenarios for the Utah Jazz This Season

The Utah Jazz are heading into the 2026-27 season with much higher expectations than they've seen compared to their last four seasons. They're looking to win games and compete rather than having eyes on the lottery.

Keyonte George News / SLC Dunk / September 4

Proof that Keyonte George will evolve into an all-star next season

Keyonte George was easily one of the most underrated players in the NBA last season. Surrounded by a cast of teammates that was pared down week after week, George continued to put up fantastic numbers as the most consistent playmaker for the season.

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The 'Most points in a game by NBA team' quiz

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Utah Jazz News / SLC Dunk / September 2

Utah Jazz Reacts: Post-Cody Williams Trade Reaction

With it being almost a week since the Cody Williams trade to the Minnesota Timberwolves, the dust has settled. But we haven’t really gotten a pulse on exactly how Jazz fans felt about it.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Utah Jazz News / Fadeaway World / September 2

Utah Jazz Projected Lineup And Rotation: Dark Horse To Make A Postseason Run?

There’s a new sensation with the Utah Jazz finally looking ready to stop living at the bottom of the Western Conference. After winning just 17 games in

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / September 2

Every Utah Jazz First-Round Pick of the Last 20 Years: Hits and Misses

The Utah Jazz have a pretty solid track record when it comes to their recent first round draft picks. In all, the Jazz have had 22 first-round rookies on their opening-night roster throughout the past 20 seasons.

Tacko Fall News / Total Pro Sports / September 2

7-Foot-6 Tacko Fall Is Back In The NBA

Four years after his last stint in the NBA, Tacko Fall finds his way back. The 7-foot-6 giant from Dakar, Senegal, was undrafted in the 2019 NBA Draft despite impressing scouts with his size at the combine.

Tacko Fall News / Hoops Wire / September 2

Sixers bring 7-foot-6 Tacko Fall back to NBA

Tacko Fall is getting another shot at the NBA, and if nothing else, that’s pretty cool. The 7-foot-6 center has officially signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the 76ers and is expected to participate in training camp.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / September 1

Utah Jazz Have an Obvious Move for Their Newly-Opened Roster Spot

The Utah Jazz now have one more open roster spot to work with heading into next season following their latest move to ship out Cody Williams and John Konchar to the Minnesota Timberwolves for Josh Green.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / September 1

3 Utah Jazz Players Whose Roles Could Change Most This Season

The Utah Jazz are looking to make a statement transition this coming NBA season by turning around from being one of the league's more frequent lottery participants in recent years to now gunning for a spot to play in the postseason for the first time since 2022.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / August 31

Utah Jazz Sign Another Guard to Training Camp Deal Ahead of Season

The Utah Jazz have made their roster one man deeper as they creep closer and closer to the start of the 2026-27 regular season. According to a press release from the Jazz, the team has agreed to a contract with free agent guard Matt Murrell.

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NBA News / The Lead / August 31

The Jazz Are Building One of the Most Powerful Cultures in the NBA

On a warm day in Helsinki, Finland, a small group of friends works out together in a basketball arena. The group consists of Keyonte George, Jaren Jackson Jr., Ryan Smith, and Will Hardy.

Kevin Love News / Lindy's Sports / August 31

Timberwolves Should Have Homecoming With Franchise Icon Kevin Love

Veteran Kevin Love could very well be entering the final season of his storied NBA career. As of August 30, the soon-to-be-38-year-old power forward remains unsigned after playing last season with the rebuilding Utah Jazz.

John Konchar News / EssentiallySports / August 30

Insider Predicts John Konchar’s Next Destination as Timberwolves Waive Veteran Guard

Undrafted in 2019, John Konchar turned a two-way contract into an eight-season NBA career. He earned his minutes, carved out a role, and became a reliable rotational piece.

John Konchar News / Hoops Rumors / August 29

Timberwolves Waive John Konchar

As expected, the Timberwolves have waived John Konchar, the team announced Saturday night in a press release. The 30-year-old swingman was acquired from Utah earlier in the day in a trade designed to clear enough cap space for the signing of Jonathan Kuminga.

Darryn Peterson News / Hoops Wire / August 29

Jazz rookie Darryn Peterson had car stolen during pre-draft process

Darryn Peterson made plenty of headlines during the NBA pre-draft process. Apparently, he lost a car along the way, too. Peterson, the No. 2 overall pick of the Jazz, revealed during an interview with ESPN’s Chiney Ogwumike that his vehicle was stolen from the driveway of an Airbnb where he was staying before the draft.

Jusuf Nurkic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 28

Jazz’s Jusuf Nurkic dominates in Bosnia’s FIBA World Cup Qualifiers win over Italy

Bosnia and Herzegovina took on Italy in a FIBA World Cup qualifier on Friday and earned a big 78-76 win. Utah Jazz’s Jusuf Nurkic can be thanked for the team’s victory, as he went ballistic against Italy to keep Bosnia and Herzegovina alive in the tournament.

Darryn Peterson News / Larry Brown Sports / August 27

Darryn Peterson says he got his car stolen from an Airbnb

Darryn Peterson is getting a rude welcome to life as a professional athlete. The Utah Jazz star rookie Peterson spoke in a recent interview to ESPN’s Chiney Ogwumike.

Lauri Markkanen News / Fadeaway World / August 27

Lauri Markkanen Projected To Hit Trade Market To Open Bigger Roles For Jazz’s Young Players

Lauri Markkanen could once again become a major player in the trade market, with Bleacher Report’s Greg Swartz arguing that the Utah Jazz should consider moving their star forward to create bigger opportunities for their young core.

Utah Jazz News / Hoops Habit / August 24

This one thing cannot be overlooked about the Utah Jazz

The Utah Jazz have been rebuilding for the last few seasons, stockpiling draft picks and young players in order to build a contending roster. Last year was the first time in a few seasons that they showed they were ready to contend in the near future.

Kevin Love News / Hoops Wire / August 22

Cavs could consider Kevin Love in search for big man

Could Kevin Love be headed back to the Cavaliers? Apparently, it’s at least something to watch. The Cavs are searching for another big man to provide depth behind Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen, and ESPN’s Brian Windhorst mentioned Love as a potential option on The Hoop Collective podcast.

Utah Jazz News / The Lead / August 18

Should Ace Bailey or Darryn Peterson Start for the Utah Jazz?

Basketball fans, rejoice. The NBA finally released its schedule, and on October 20, 2026, the 2026-2027 season will be underway. For Utah Jazz fans in particular, this is an exciting day.

Utah Jazz News / Yardbarker / August 19

After a flurry of baffling moves, Jazz are now in do-or-die mode

Kicking the can down the road isn't an option forever. Eventually, the Jazz will have to show some sort of payoff.

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Kevin Love News / Larry Brown Sports / August 8

Report: Kevin Love wants to join 1 NBA team

Kevin Love is very much looking to join the party out East. The former NBA All-Star big man Love is interested in reuniting with LeBron James on the Philadelphia 76ers, Dave McMenamin of ESPN reported this week.