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Jazz appear ready to move beyond rebuild, focus on winning

The Jazz spent the past several years focused on the future. According to Tony Jones of The Athletic, that approach is about to change. As Jones writes, there is a growing belief within the organization that Utah is finally ready to move beyond its rebuilding phase and begin pushing toward meaningful contention in the Western Conference.

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Utah Jazz's Draft Plans Are Coming Into Focus With No. 2 Pick

There's been much conversation surrounding the Utah Jazz and their number-two overall pick since they were lucky enough to jump up in the draft lottery earlier last month. As to which top prospect they'll end up with once they're on the clock later this month still remains to be seen.

NBA News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 2

Jazz Bring in BYU Standout for Draft Workout–– And It's Not AJ Dybantsa

The Utah Jazz are continuing their pre-draft workout process by bringing in another notable name from BYU. Earlier this week, it was reported that the Jazz had brought in BYU star and projected top pick AJ Dybantsa for a pre-draft workout as expected ahead of the draft later this month.

Jusuf Nurkic News / Larry Brown Sports / June 2

Jusuf Nurkic slammed for calling his former head coach an ‘alcohol addict’

Utah Jazz center Jusuf Nurkic had a telling revelation about his former head coach during his time with the Phoenix Suns. During a recent appearance on

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The 'Most field goals-per-game by playoffs' quiz

How many of the NBA players to lead the playoffs in made field goals-per-game since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most 30-point playoff games by team' quiz

The 'Most 40-point games in a season' quiz

The 'Active six-three-pointer NBA game leaders' quiz

Utah Jazz News / SLC Dunk / June 2

Should The Jazz Draft For Upside Or Fit?

It’s been almost three weeks since the NBA Lottery, when the #2 pick was given to the Utah Jazz. My guess is that a lot of Jazz fans were preparing themselves for disappointment, as always.

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The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 1

Utah Jazz Take Crucial Step in Scouting AJ Dybantsa Before Draft

In the weeks ahead of the highly anticipated 2026 NBA Draft, the Utah Jazz are deep in their scouting process to unpack what the top of this class has to offer, and evaluate who exactly might be the best available player to take for their number-two overall pick.

Utah Jazz News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 1

Jazz rumors: No. 2 pick plans crystallize amid AJ Dybantsa vs. Darryn Peterson debate

The NBA recently implemented new measures to curb tanking moving forward, but it won’t impact the Utah Jazz this season, who were recently awarded the number two pick in the NBA Draft.

Utah Jazz News / SLC Dunk / June 1

Why Cam Boozer Might Be The Perfect Franchise Player For Utah

If you were drafting a player solely on winning, Cam Boozer might be that player. In every competitive league that Boozer has been a part of, he’s been a winner.

Adem Bona News / Hoops Wire / May 31

NBA Notes: Jazz, Darryn Peterson, Sixers, Adem Bona, Grizzlies

The Jazz are moving into the next stage of preparation for the 2026 NBA Draft. According to Sarah Todd of the Deseret News, Utah’s focus now shifts toward medical evaluations and pre-draft workouts as the organization continues gathering information on prospects.

Utah Jazz News / SLC Dunk / May 31

Who Gets Bumped? – Projecting the Jazz Rotation with an Incoming Rookie

With all the excitement after the NBA Draft Lottery, and leading up to the NBA Draft, it’s very easy to forget that there is a very fine line we must walk when it comes to our roster.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / May 31

One Former Utah Jazz Player Is Winning the NBA Finals This Year

The 2026 NBA Finals is officially set. After the San Antonio Spurs put together a Game 7 victory over the reigning champion OKC Thunder, they'll be preparing to face the New York Knicks in a few days’ time for a bit of a flashback to the 1999 NBA Finals' matchup between these same two teams.

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

NBA News / Utah Jazz on SI / May 30

Utah Jazz Rumors: Cameron Boozer Emerging as No. 2 Pick Candidate

When surveying around the NBA landscape leading up to the 2026 draft, the general consensus will tell you that the Utah Jazz are most likely to land on one of two players with their second-overall pick on the board between AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson.

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The '20-point Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

The 'Last 10 3-pointer NBA game by team' quiz

The 'Men's French Open champions' quiz

The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

Utah Jazz News / Hoops Rumors / May 30

Free Agent Jusuf Nurkic Wants To Remain In NBA

Jusuf Nurkic has no intention of leaving the NBA despite a post that hinted he might be interested in going to Europe to continue his career. Nurkic, who will be an unrestricted free agent this summer, made an appearance on the X and O’s Podcast and spoke about the Serbian club Partizan, as relayed by Eurohoops.net.

Walker Kessler News / Total Pro Sports / May 30

Report: Walker Kessler Expected to Land Massive New Utah Jazz Contract

The Utah Jazz will be looking to put their disappointing campaign behind them and start fresh. And to make that happen, the front office will first need to sort out the roster.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / May 29

Latest Darryn Peterson Update Should Have Jazz Fans Feeling Good

When looking at most mocks leading up to next month's 2026 NBA Draft, a large collective of experts have the Utah Jazz landing on Darryn Peterson with their number-two overall pick; one of the best consensus prospects on the board, and perhaps the best guard coming out of this class entirely.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / May 29

Ranking Every Top 5 Draft Pick in Utah Jazz History

Thanks to a little bit of luck in the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery, the Utah Jazz will have their first top-three pick in 15 years, but also their second top-five pick of the last two summers by landing the number-two overall pick for later this June.

Walker Kessler News / SLC Dunk / May 29

Reports: Walker Kessler expected to re-sign with Utah Jazz

One of the biggest question marks headed into the NBA’s offseason looks to have been answered before the Finals are even set. According to ESPN’s Tim Bontemps, Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler, who is set to be a restricted free agent this summer, is expected to re-sign and stay in Utah.

Walker Kessler News / Utah Jazz on SI / May 28

Walker Kessler's Next Utah Jazz Contract Just Got a New Price Tag

One of the Utah Jazz's top priorities entering this offseason will be hashing out a new contract for big man Walker Kessler. Kessler, who's coming off the fourth year of his rookie deal, is due for a new payday.

Utah Jazz News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 28

Jazz may want AJ Dybantsa, but Darryn Peterson is who Utah needs

The Utah Jazz recently learned that they will be picking number two in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft. Since then, reports have emerged, including from ClutchPoints’ Brett Siegel, that the team has a significant interest in AJ Dybantsa, who is expected to be taken number one by the Washington Wizards.

Utah Jazz News / Stadium Rant / May 22

The Utah Jazz Could Make The Playoffs In 2027

The Utah Jazz have a great opportunity to return to the playoffs for the first time since the 2021-22 season, largely due to their front office. They made the moves to get to where they’re at, and after years of tanking basketball, it seems to be finally paying off.