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Breaking Down the Utah Jazz's Worst Possible Lottery Outcome

The Utah Jazz are right on the cusp of learning where they'll be selecting in this year's draft with the lottery officially on the horizon for Sunday afternoon.

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Pigs Fly, Jazz Move Up in the Draft!

An instant reaction to the NBA draft lottery results. The integrity! Won’t someone please think of the integrity? The Utah Jazz have moved up in the draft for the first time in franchise history.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / May 10

Jazz Draft Lottery History: Where Has Utah Landed in the Past?

The Utah Jazz have officially arrived at the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery, where after a long wait and a season full of piling up losses, they'll finally know where they'll be picking in the draft later next month to add another key piece for their future.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / May 9

Under-the-Radar Draft Lottery Result That Could Help Utah Jazz

The Utah Jazz are just hours away from finding out what their fate will be in this year's NBA draft lottery after a long and anticipated wait, where both they and every other team in the room on Sunday will be hoping to find their way to the coveted number one pick on the board.

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The 'Active playoff scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players with at least 1,500 points in the NBA Playoffs can you name in five minutes?

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Utah Jazz News / SLC Dunk / May 8

The NBA is not ready for the Jazz if they win the NBA lottery

This Mother’s Day is probably the most consequential Mother’s Day in Utah Jazz history (I haven’t checked, I’m guessing, okay). The thing the NBA doesn’t realize is that it’s going to be consequential for the entire league, as well.

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The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / May 8

What the Jazz's Draft Pick Projections Mean Heading Into NBA Lottery

The Utah Jazz are just days away from discovering their fate in the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery, which they've eagerly awaited for the last several months, hoping to strike gold on a top pick to land one of this year's premier incoming prospects.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / May 7

Jazz NBA Draft Lottery Odds: Can Utah Get the No. 1 Pick?

The Utah Jazz are just days away from discovering their fate in this year's long-awaited NBA draft lottery, coming fresh off a long regular season of losses, putting them in a solid position to get lucky at the league's drawing in Chicago.

Keyonte George News / SLC Dunk / May 6

Utah Jazz roll the dice with Keyonte George at the NBA Draft Lottery

As hilarious as it would have been to send one final middle finger in the direction of the Oklahoma City Thunder, Derrick Favors will not be the Utah Jazz’s representative for the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / May 6

Utah Jazz Announce Their NBA Draft Lottery Representative

The Utah Jazz have officially revealed who will be representing them for this year's NBA Draft Lottery. Per a video from the Jazz's social media, it'll be Keyonte George who's headed to Chicago this weekend to be on stage while the lottery results are announced.

Will Hardy News / Utah Jazz on SI / May 6

NBA Players Offer Conflicting Reviews of Jazz Coach Will Hardy

It seems like there's some conflicting reviews from players around the league when it comes to the status of Utah Jazz head coach Will Hardy. Some seem to find him to be one of the more impressive coaches in the league, while others don't see that same type of appeal.

Jaren Jackson Jr. News / SLC Dunk / May 6

Utah Jazz outbid this team for Jaren Jackson Jr.

According to Michael Grange, the Utah Jazz outbid the Toronto Raptors for Jaren Jackson Jr. during the trade deadline. From Grange: leading up to trade deadline in February, the Raptors were working hard to try and make a deal that would land them Jaren Jackson Jr.

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / May 5

The Biggest Mistake Utah Jazz Can’t Afford to Repeat This Offseason

Throughout the last few years of their rebuild process, the Utah Jazz have generally made solid roster decisions when it comes to buying and selling talent at the right times.

Jaren Jackson Jr. News / Utah Jazz on SI / May 5

Utah Jazz Beat Out Another Suitor in Jaren Jackson Jr. Trade

It appears the Utah Jazz weren't alone in their pursuit for Jaren Jackson Jr. leading up to the trade deadline earlier this year. According to recent reports, at least one other team was in the mix for Jackson Jr.

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Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / May 5

3 Potential Utah Jazz Trade Targets Nobody Is Talking About

The Utah Jazz head into this offseason likely with a big focus surrounding the internal development of their young players, and hoping to nurture some steady growth along with it.

Utah Jazz News / SLC Dunk / May 5

Utah Jazz make addition to front office

According to Sportando, the Utah Jazz are adding Ben Gonzalez to their front office. According to the Georgia Bulldogs Men’s Basketball site: Ben Gonzalez was named the Director of Operations for Georgia Basketball in April 2022.

Kevin Love News / TV Insider / May 4

NBA Star Kevin Love Talks Famous Family’s ‘Trauma’ & Going No-Contact With Parents

NBA star Kevin Love recently opened up about going no-contact with his parents for nearly a decade. During the May 4 episode of the School of Greatness podcast, the forward-center for the Utah Jazz addressed his complicated family dynamics.

Utah Jazz News / The Lead / April 28

A Coin Flip Controlled the Jazz’s Lottery Destiny

Does a coin toss determine whether the Utah Jazz keep their pick this season? The answer is somewhat complicated. Although people call it a “coin flip,” the NBA uses a machine similar to the lottery system.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 27

Desmond Bane stars in front of his former teammates in Game 4 win

Desmond Bane is no longer a member of the Memphis Grizzlies. But playing in front of former teammates Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson, Jr., Bane was the star in a "grit-n-grind" style game, complete with bleeding arms.

Bane proving to be missing piece for the Magic

Magic players appear to do a drug-themed handshake before game

Jalen Duren's nightmare first-round series continues in Game 4

Cavaliers' cold backcourt could help Raptors pull off playoff upset

NBA cites seven missed calls in final minutes of Cavs’ loss to Raptors

Heat's big changes won't include Pat Riley or Bam Adebayo

Utah Jazz News / The Lead / April 21

The Utah Jazz’s Rebuild is Finally Over

This season, the Utah Jazz closed the door on one of the most grueling chapters in the team’s history. Since the 2022-23 season, Utah has been stuck in rebuild mode.

Utah Jazz News / Hoops Rumors / April 21

Jazz Announce 2026 Salt Lake City Summer League Details

The Salt Lake City Summer League will be back for an 11th year this July, the Jazz announced today in a press release. Games will be played on July 4, 6, and 7 at the Jon M.