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Utah Jazz's Ace Bailey Scores First NBA Points on Highlight Slam

The Utah Jazz saw their fifth-overall pick Ace Bailey score his first-ever points in the NBA vs. the Los Angeles Clippers with an explosive breakway dunk.

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Where Does Ace Bailey Rank for NBA Rookie of the Year Ahead of Opener?

Ace Bailey is gearing up for his first official NBA matchup on Wednesday night. The Utah Jazz are set to go toe-to-toe with the San Antonio Spurs. Bailey should get a chance to begin his potential Rookie of the Year campaign in 2025-2026.

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The 'Most 2,000-point NBA seasons' quiz

How many of the NBA players with multiple 2,000-point season since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?

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Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / October 22

5 Critical Keys That Will Define a Successful Utah Jazz Season

The 2025-26 season opener is officially here for the Utah Jazz. After a busy past few months of roster moves, some summer league showings, training camp

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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

NBA News / Scoop B / October 22

Utah Jazz Legend Antoine Carr Still Wonders 'What If' Against the Bulls Dynasty, Recalls Shaq-Ostertag Scuffle, Rodman’s Antics, Stockton’s ‘Tough’ Short Shorts, and Names LeBron His Main Man Today

Two trips to the NBA Finals in 1997 and 1998, two heartbreaking losses to Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls. For Antoine Carr, a key reserve for those

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / October 22

Why the Utah Jazz Will Overachieve in 2025-26

The Utah Jazz are widely projected to be one of, if not the, worst teams in the league during the 2025-26 NBA season. This, of course, comes on the heels of a franchise and league-worst 17-65 campaign that resulted in the team selecting Ace Bailey 5th overall in the 2025 NBA Draft.

Utah Jazz News / SLC Dunk / October 22

The Downbeat: Salivating over a platter of city edition jerseys

The Utah Jazz are a classic story of rags to riches. Not in terms of wins and losses, no, of course not. This is a team that won 17 out of 82 games last season — dead last in the NBA — has never and will never be a free agent destination, and resides in one of the smallest markets among their peers.

Utah Jazz announce new practice facility

The Utah Jazz announced a new practice facility today. Like it says in the video, it will be next to the Utah Mammoth practice facility and the SEG corporate offices.

Isaiah Collier News / Utah Jazz on SI / October 21

Utah Jazz Hit With Disappointing Injury News on Isaiah Collier

The Utah Jazz will be without one of their second-year players for the beginning stretch of the 2025-26 campaign. According to an announcement from the Jazz, guard Isaiah Collier will be set to miss the first week of the NBA season due to a hamstring injury.

Utah Jazz News / The Lead / October 21

The Utah Jazz Are Finally Hitting the Right Notes

The Utah Jazz have been one of the toughest teams to watch in the NBA over the past few seasons. The biggest issue for Utah has been the lack of engagement from fans—and the reason is no mystery.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / October 21

Will Hardy Clears Air on Ace Bailey's Status for Jazz vs. Clippers

After seeing some initial concerns of potentially being forced out of the Utah Jazz's season opener due to the flu, it looks like fifth-overall pick Ace Bailey could have a chance to suit up after all vs.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / October 17

Jazz waive former first-rounder, two other players

The Jazz have released Mo Bamba, Pedro Bradshaw and Sean East II, the team announced in a press release.

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Mo Bamba News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 17

Jazz waive Mo Bamba before regular season begins

The Utah Jazz waived center Mo Bamba on Friday, clearing a roster spot just ahead of their 2025-26 regular season opener, which is scheduled for next Wednesday at home versus the Los Angeles Clippers.

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Walker Kessler News / The Lead / October 14

What Are the Utah Jazz Going to Do With Walker Kessler?

What exactly are the Utah Jazz planning to do with Walker Kessler’s contract extension? Not long ago, he looked like a core piece in Salt Lake City — a young center who could protect the rim, rebound in traffic, and give the team a steady defensive identity.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / October 12

Jazz forward to be re-evaluated in two to three weeks

Utah Jazz forward Georges Niang will be re-evaluated in two to three weeks as he works to come back from a fourth metatarsal stress reaction in his left foot, the team announced in a press release.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 7