The Utah Jazz have have signed free-agent forward Josh Howard, the team announced Thursday.
Terms of the deal were not released.
Howard's signing likely signals an end to the possibility of Andrei Kirilenko returning to the Jazz. Kirilenko is a free agent and currently playing in Russia.
Howard was limited to just 18 games with Washington last season after tearing his anterior cruciate ligament. He averaged 8.4 points.
THE BACKYARD
BEST OF MAXIM
AROUND THE WEB
RELATED ARTICLES
Utah Jazz: Gilder making an impact in camp
Utah Jazz: Gilder making an impact in camp
By Steve Luhm
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Dec 14, 2011 01:58PM MDT
The Jazz liked the way Jeremy Evans played so much last season they brought free agent Trey Gilder into camp this year.
Standing 6-foot-9 and weighing 205 pounds, Gilder is an Evans-type small forward — long, lean, energetic and athletic.
“Oh man, he’s aâ€...
Utah Jazz: Rookie guard Alec Burks is ready to burn
Utah Jazz: Rookie guard Alec Burks is ready to burn
By Brian T. Smith
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Dec 14, 2011 04:20PM MDT
Tyrone Corbin’s eyes lit up.
The Jazz coach had just been asked about rookie guard Alec Burks. What makes Burks unique? What separates him from the rest? What do you see in the kid, coach?
Grit, Corbin said. Fight. A confident, consistent attack...
Sources: Josh Howard, Jazz agree
Josh Howard has agreed to terms with the Utah Jazz, according to a source close to the situation.
Terms of the deal are unknown at this time.
Howard also drew interest from Portland, New Jersey, San Antonio, Washington and Denver. Howard was a key player for Dallas from 2003-10 and helped the Mavs in their run to the NBA Finals in 2006. He averaged a career-high 19.9 points in...
UTAH JAZZ SELECT XCO SPORTSLINK
THE UTAH JAZZ SELECT XCO SPORTSLINK TO DEVELOP SMARTPHONE APP FOR 2011-2012 SEASON
Jazz Signs Free Agent Josh Howard
Utah Jazz general manager Kevin O'Connor announced today that the team has agreed in principle to a deal with free-agent forward/guard Josh Howard, pending the outcome of a successful physical. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not released.
Utah Jazz stand by, speak up for Josh Howard
Utah Jazz stand by, speak up for Josh Howard
By Brian T. Smith
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Dec 16, 2011 03:15PM MDT
Devin Harris knew exactly what was coming.
As soon as the Jazz point guard walked onto the court Friday morning to warm up for practice, Harris picked up a ball and smiled.
Bring it on, the grin said. Fire away. I’m ready.
The questions poured in. What was...
Utah Jazz take a risk, sign free-agent small forward Josh Howard
Utah Jazz take a risk, sign free-agent small forward Josh Howard
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Dec 15, 2011 06:35PM MDT
The Jazz are hoping that Josh Howard has been redeemed.
Utah signed the free agent small forward Thursday, The Salt Lake Tribune learned.
Utah General Manager Kevin O'Connor said Howard agreed to a one-year deal.
The Wake Forest product will compete...
Report: Josh Howard to sign with Jazz
Add Josh Howard to the list of small forward free agents who have decided to not sign with the San Antonio Spurs.
According to Michael Lee of The Washington Post, Howard will sign a 1-year deal with the Utah Jazz.
The Spurs have been looking feverishly for a small forward since word came out the team could use their amnesty clause on Richard Jefferson. San Antonio even want as...
Utah Jazz will sign Josh Howard
Utah Jazz general manager Kevin O’Connor announced today that the team has agreed in principle to a deal with free-agent forward/guard Josh Howard, pending the outcome of a successful physical. It is a one-year deal.
A 2007 All-Star, Howard holds career averages of 15.1 points and 5.9 rebounds per game in 453 games (381 starts) over [...]
Jazz sign Josh Howard
The Utah Jazz have agreed to terms with free agent forward Josh Howard.
Jazz hope free agent Josh Howard can rebound in Utah
Jazz hope free agent Josh Howard can rebound in Utah
By Brian t. smith
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Dec 16, 2011 11:31PM MDT
The Jazz are hoping Josh Howard has been redeemed.
Utah signed the free agent small forward Thursday, The Salt Lake Tribune learned. Utah General Manager Kevin O’Connor said Howard agreed to a one-year deal.
“The risk is limited but the potential...
Jazz Change Defensive Philosophy, Will Funnel Opposing Ballhandlers Baseline
The Jazz pushed the ball toward the middle of the floor during Jerry Sloan's 23-year tenure with the team.
Jazz, former Mavericks F Howard agree to deal
Utah Jazz officials say they have reached a deal with free agent Josh Howard pending the outcome of a successful physical.
NBA Forum Discussions
1 replies,
3 days ago
5 replies,
3 days ago
1 replies,
3 days ago
| Latest Rumors |
|
|
|
|
Today's Best Stuff |
For BloggersJoin the Yardbarker Network (YBN) for more promotion, traffic, and money. |
Company Info |
Help |
What is Yardbarker?Yardbarker is the largest network of sports blogs and pro athlete blogs on the web. This site is the hub of the Yardbarker Network, where our editors and algorithms curate the best sports content from our network and beyond. |

















