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If the Utah Jazz were trying to lose the final game of their five-game road trip, nobody told the Miami Heat.
The Jazz downed Miami 115-111 despite resting Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson Jr. in the fourth quarter.
The Jazz downed Miami 115-111 despite resting Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson Jr. in the fourth quarter.
Jazz Rest Jackson Jr., Markkanen Late, Beat Heat 115-111 - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz stunned the Miami Heat with a 115-111 victory despite resting Jaren Jackson Jr. and Lauri Markkanen in the fourth quarter.
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February 10, 2026 at 4:05 AM
If the Utah Jazz were trying to lose the final game of their five-game road trip, nobody told the Miami Heat.
The Jazz downed Miami 115-111 despite resting Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson Jr. in the fourth quarter.
The Jazz downed Miami 115-111 despite resting Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson Jr. in the fourth quarter.
The Utah Jazz have signed Blake Hinson to fill their open two-way roster spot after last week's trade deadline.
And, he'll be representing the team at All-Star weekend.
And, he'll be representing the team at All-Star weekend.
Jazz Sign Blake Hinson To Open Two-Way Contract - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz have signed forward Blake Hinson to a two-way contract. The team announced the move on Monday after last week's trade deadline.
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February 10, 2026 at 12:17 AM
The Utah Jazz have signed Blake Hinson to fill their open two-way roster spot after last week's trade deadline.
And, he'll be representing the team at All-Star weekend.
And, he'll be representing the team at All-Star weekend.
Jaren Jackson Jr.'s debut offered Utah Jazz fans something they haven't seen in some time.
A competent simplicity thanks to the team's new All-Star pairing in the frontcourt.
A competent simplicity thanks to the team's new All-Star pairing in the frontcourt.
Jaren Jackson Jr. Shines In Utah Jazz Loss To Magic - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz successfully debuted big man Jaren Jackson Jr. in a loss to the Orlando Magic 120-117.
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February 8, 2026 at 4:03 AM
Jaren Jackson Jr.'s debut offered Utah Jazz fans something they haven't seen in some time.
A competent simplicity thanks to the team's new All-Star pairing in the frontcourt.
A competent simplicity thanks to the team's new All-Star pairing in the frontcourt.
A pair of former Utah Jazz players helped the team avoid a potentially costly win against the Hawks.
But even as the team has begun to exit its rebuild, Thursday's game was a fitting reminder of the franchise's painful last three years.
But even as the team has begun to exit its rebuild, Thursday's game was a fitting reminder of the franchise's painful last three years.
Landale, Alexander-Walker Help Jazz Avoid Costly Win - KSL Sports
Jock Landale and Nickeil Alexander-Walker helped the Utah Jazz achieve their goal against the Hawks, but served as a reminder of three difficult years.
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February 6, 2026 at 4:06 AM
A pair of former Utah Jazz players helped the team avoid a potentially costly win against the Hawks.
But even as the team has begun to exit its rebuild, Thursday's game was a fitting reminder of the franchise's painful last three years.
But even as the team has begun to exit its rebuild, Thursday's game was a fitting reminder of the franchise's painful last three years.
The Jazz are acquiring Lonzo Ball and draft picks from the Cavaliers, while sending Jock Landale to the Hawks in a pair of deals ahead of tomorrow's trade deadline.
Utah Jazz Acquire Lonzo Ball, Trade Jock Landale - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz are acquiring guard Lonzo Ball from the Cleveland Cavaliers, and sending center Jock Landale to the Atlanta Hawks.
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February 4, 2026 at 10:37 PM
The Jazz are acquiring Lonzo Ball and draft picks from the Cavaliers, while sending Jock Landale to the Hawks in a pair of deals ahead of tomorrow's trade deadline.
There's a good chance the Grizzlies chose Walt Clayton Jr. over Isaiah Collier in today's trade.
Collier may have them regretting that decision already.
Plus, there's now a minutes crunch in the Jazz's second unit.
Collier may have them regretting that decision already.
Plus, there's now a minutes crunch in the Jazz's second unit.
Utah Jazz Youth Make Statement, Beat Indy After Trade - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz snapped their six-game losing streak with a 131-122 win over the Indiana Pacers.
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February 4, 2026 at 3:30 AM
There's a good chance the Grizzlies chose Walt Clayton Jr. over Isaiah Collier in today's trade.
Collier may have them regretting that decision already.
Plus, there's now a minutes crunch in the Jazz's second unit.
Collier may have them regretting that decision already.
Plus, there's now a minutes crunch in the Jazz's second unit.
The Utah Jazz have officially acquired two-time All-Star Jaren Jackson Jr. from the Memphis Grizzlies.
▪️What does Jaren Jackson Jr. offer?
▪️Was this a good trade?
▪️What does Jaren Jackson Jr. offer?
▪️Was this a good trade?
Jaren Jackson Jr. - Did The Jazz Make A Good Trade? - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz became major players ahead of the NBA trade deadline, acquiring two-time All-Star Jaren Jackson Jr. from the Memphis Grizzlies.
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February 4, 2026 at 12:35 AM
The Utah Jazz have officially acquired two-time All-Star Jaren Jackson Jr. from the Memphis Grizzlies.
▪️What does Jaren Jackson Jr. offer?
▪️Was this a good trade?
▪️What does Jaren Jackson Jr. offer?
▪️Was this a good trade?
The absence of Keyonte George in the Utah Jazz's loss to the Raptors exposed holes in the team's execution, and where Ace Bailey has room to grow.
George's Absence Reveals Holes In Utah Jazz Roster - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz dropped their sixth-straight game, falling to the Toronto Raptors 107-100 to open a five-game road trip.
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February 2, 2026 at 2:44 AM
The absence of Keyonte George in the Utah Jazz's loss to the Raptors exposed holes in the team's execution, and where Ace Bailey has room to grow.
Egor Demin returned to Utah and lit up Delta Center.
25 points, 10 rebounds, 6 threes, and an NBA rookie record as the Brooklyn Nets beat the Utah Jazz.
25 points, 10 rebounds, 6 threes, and an NBA rookie record as the Brooklyn Nets beat the Utah Jazz.
Egor Demin Sets Career-Highs With 25 And 10, Nets Down Jazz - KSL Sports
The Brooklyn Nets beat the Utah Jazz on Friday behind a career night from rookie Egor Demin.
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January 31, 2026 at 6:10 AM
Egor Demin returned to Utah and lit up Delta Center.
25 points, 10 rebounds, 6 threes, and an NBA rookie record as the Brooklyn Nets beat the Utah Jazz.
25 points, 10 rebounds, 6 threes, and an NBA rookie record as the Brooklyn Nets beat the Utah Jazz.
Despite dropping their fourth straight game, Brice Sensabaugh and Ace Bailey offered a hint of their future roles for the Utah Jazz.
Bailey, Sensabaugh Hit Stride, Utah Jazz Fall To Warriors - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz fell to the Golden State Warriors 140-124 on Wednesday, extending their losing skid to four games.
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January 29, 2026 at 5:42 AM
Despite dropping their fourth straight game, Brice Sensabaugh and Ace Bailey offered a hint of their future roles for the Utah Jazz.
Ace Bailey scored 20 points in the Jazz's loss to the Clippers.
Jazz coach Will Hardy discussed the rookie's development after getting skipped over for the Rising Stars Challenge.
Jazz coach Will Hardy discussed the rookie's development after getting skipped over for the Rising Stars Challenge.
Utah Jazz Not Worried About Ace Bailey's Rising Stars Snub - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz lost 115-103 to the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday, dropping their 13th game in 16 outings.
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January 28, 2026 at 6:06 AM
Ace Bailey scored 20 points in the Jazz's loss to the Clippers.
Jazz coach Will Hardy discussed the rookie's development after getting skipped over for the Rising Stars Challenge.
Jazz coach Will Hardy discussed the rookie's development after getting skipped over for the Rising Stars Challenge.
Ace Bailey was surprisingly left off the NBA's Rising Stars roster at next month's All-Star Weekend.
Ace Bailey Snubbed For Rising Stars Roster - KSL Sports
Ace Bailey was snubbed for the Rising Stars Challenge during NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles in February.
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January 27, 2026 at 12:11 AM
Ace Bailey was surprisingly left off the NBA's Rising Stars roster at next month's All-Star Weekend.
The Miami Heat overpowered the Utah Jazz on the glass in a lopsided 147-116 contest.
Plus, what did Will Hardy have to say about Jusuf Nurkic's record-breaking triple-double streak?
Plus, what did Will Hardy have to say about Jusuf Nurkic's record-breaking triple-double streak?
Utah Jazz Overpowered In Lopsided Loss To Miami Heat - KSL Sports
The Miami Heat dominated the Utah Jazz 145-116 in a dominant blowout despite a third straight triple-double from Jusuf Nurkic.
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January 25, 2026 at 5:50 AM
The Miami Heat overpowered the Utah Jazz on the glass in a lopsided 147-116 contest.
Plus, what did Will Hardy have to say about Jusuf Nurkic's record-breaking triple-double streak?
Plus, what did Will Hardy have to say about Jusuf Nurkic's record-breaking triple-double streak?
With another triple-double against the Spurs, Jusuf Nurkic is playing his best basketball right before the trade deadline.
But that doesn't mean the Utah Jazz should move him.
But that doesn't mean the Utah Jazz should move him.
Another Nurkic Triple-Double Turns Eyes To Trade Deadline - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz lost to the San Antonio Spurs 126-109 on Thursday, despite another triple-double from Jusuf Nurkic.
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January 23, 2026 at 6:01 AM
With another triple-double against the Spurs, Jusuf Nurkic is playing his best basketball right before the trade deadline.
But that doesn't mean the Utah Jazz should move him.
But that doesn't mean the Utah Jazz should move him.
Will the Utah Jazz be active at the NBA Trade Deadline?
Who on the team has value, and do the Jazz need to make a move?
Who on the team has value, and do the Jazz need to make a move?
Jazz Mailbag: Will Jazz Be Active At The Trade Deadline? - KSL Sports
In this week's Utah Jazz Mailbag, we preview the rapidly approaching NBA trade deadline, and who could be on the move.
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January 22, 2026 at 3:04 AM
Will the Utah Jazz be active at the NBA Trade Deadline?
Who on the team has value, and do the Jazz need to make a move?
Who on the team has value, and do the Jazz need to make a move?
The Utah Jazz downed the Timberwolves 127-122 in what was the most exciting game of the Jazz season.
▪️Will Hardy notched his 100th win
▪️Keyonte George scored a career-high
▪️Nurkic had a triple-double
▪️And the Gobert blockbuster is coming into focus
▪️Will Hardy notched his 100th win
▪️Keyonte George scored a career-high
▪️Nurkic had a triple-double
▪️And the Gobert blockbuster is coming into focus
George's 43 Points Lifts Utah Jazz In Best Game Of Season - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz erased a double‑digit fourth‑quarter deficit and stunned the Minnesota Timberwolves 127–122.
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January 21, 2026 at 6:20 AM
The Utah Jazz downed the Timberwolves 127-122 in what was the most exciting game of the Jazz season.
▪️Will Hardy notched his 100th win
▪️Keyonte George scored a career-high
▪️Nurkic had a triple-double
▪️And the Gobert blockbuster is coming into focus
▪️Will Hardy notched his 100th win
▪️Keyonte George scored a career-high
▪️Nurkic had a triple-double
▪️And the Gobert blockbuster is coming into focus
With yesterday being MLK Jr. Day, we're recording a new Jazz Notes podcast episode today at noon!
As always, reply here with your Utah Jazz and NBA questions and we will answer them on the show!
As always, reply here with your Utah Jazz and NBA questions and we will answer them on the show!
January 20, 2026 at 6:43 PM
With yesterday being MLK Jr. Day, we're recording a new Jazz Notes podcast episode today at noon!
As always, reply here with your Utah Jazz and NBA questions and we will answer them on the show!
As always, reply here with your Utah Jazz and NBA questions and we will answer them on the show!
As the Utah Jazz winning pace decreases, their lottery odds improve.
Where are they projected to finish in the standings after their 1-4 road trip?
Where are they projected to finish in the standings after their 1-4 road trip?
Where Utah Jazz Are Projected To Finish Year After 1-4 Trip - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz lost to the San Antonio Spurs 120-110, ending their five-game road trip with a 1-4 record.
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January 20, 2026 at 1:43 AM
As the Utah Jazz winning pace decreases, their lottery odds improve.
Where are they projected to finish in the standings after their 1-4 road trip?
Where are they projected to finish in the standings after their 1-4 road trip?
The Utah Jazz aided their hopes of holding onto their lottery pick with back-to-back losses in Dallas, while Brice Sensabaugh's strong play raises questions about his future.
Utah Jazz Loss Reveals Sensabaugh Question, Helps Lotto Odds - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz fell to the Dallas Mavericks, 138-120, marking their third straight loss on their five-game road trip.
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January 18, 2026 at 1:48 AM
The Utah Jazz aided their hopes of holding onto their lottery pick with back-to-back losses in Dallas, while Brice Sensabaugh's strong play raises questions about his future.
With tonight's loss, the Utah Jazz fell to 14-27 at the midway point of the season.
What does that mean for their 2026 lottery pick, what have they already accomplished this year, and what comes next?
What does that mean for their 2026 lottery pick, what have they already accomplished this year, and what comes next?
Utah Jazz Drop To 14-27 At Midway Point in Season - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz lost to the Dallas Mavericks 144–122, falling to 1–2 on their current five‑game road trip.
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January 16, 2026 at 4:56 AM
With tonight's loss, the Utah Jazz fell to 14-27 at the midway point of the season.
What does that mean for their 2026 lottery pick, what have they already accomplished this year, and what comes next?
What does that mean for their 2026 lottery pick, what have they already accomplished this year, and what comes next?
Brice Sensabaugh makes history.
43 points off the bench for the @utahjazz — including 21 in the 1st quarter, the most by a bench player in ANY quarter in 30 years!
But, what does it mean as the Jazz fall to Bulls, 128-126?
43 points off the bench for the @utahjazz — including 21 in the 1st quarter, the most by a bench player in ANY quarter in 30 years!
But, what does it mean as the Jazz fall to Bulls, 128-126?
Brice Sensabaugh Scores 43, Jazz Fall To Bulls - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz fell to the Chicago Bulls 128-126 despite a record-setting night from Brice Sensabaugh.
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January 15, 2026 at 4:27 AM
Brice Sensabaugh makes history.
43 points off the bench for the @utahjazz — including 21 in the 1st quarter, the most by a bench player in ANY quarter in 30 years!
But, what does it mean as the Jazz fall to Bulls, 128-126?
43 points off the bench for the @utahjazz — including 21 in the 1st quarter, the most by a bench player in ANY quarter in 30 years!
But, what does it mean as the Jazz fall to Bulls, 128-126?
Former Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell has high praise for Keyonte George.
"It started with Keyonte George, who deserves to be an All-Star -- a young fella that I know personally, and I am excited to see his progress."
"It started with Keyonte George, who deserves to be an All-Star -- a young fella that I know personally, and I am excited to see his progress."
Donovan Mitchell: Keyonte George 'Deserves' All-Star Nod - KSL Sports
Former Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell says Keyonte George deserves to be an All-Star this year.
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January 13, 2026 at 4:05 AM
Former Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell has high praise for Keyonte George.
"It started with Keyonte George, who deserves to be an All-Star -- a young fella that I know personally, and I am excited to see his progress."
"It started with Keyonte George, who deserves to be an All-Star -- a young fella that I know personally, and I am excited to see his progress."
The Utah Jazz bounced back from Saturday's debacle with an impressive win on the road over the Cavaliers.
This Cavaliers roster doesn't look like a championship contender, but they were right to bet on Donovan Mitchell.
This Cavaliers roster doesn't look like a championship contender, but they were right to bet on Donovan Mitchell.
Utah Jazz Stun Cavaliers With Impressive Road Win - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz responded to Saturday’s 55-point loss to the Charlotte Hornets by earning a surprising victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers.
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January 13, 2026 at 3:29 AM
The Utah Jazz bounced back from Saturday's debacle with an impressive win on the road over the Cavaliers.
This Cavaliers roster doesn't look like a championship contender, but they were right to bet on Donovan Mitchell.
This Cavaliers roster doesn't look like a championship contender, but they were right to bet on Donovan Mitchell.
The Hornets embarrassed the Utah Jazz on their home floor.
But, at least they (narrowly) avoided a few franchise-worst marks in the 55-point loss.
But, at least they (narrowly) avoided a few franchise-worst marks in the 55-point loss.
Utah Jazz Suffer 55-Point Loss To Hornets On Home Floor
The Utah Jazz suffered one of the worst losses in franchise history, falling to the Charlotte Hornets 150-95.
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January 11, 2026 at 6:19 AM
The Hornets embarrassed the Utah Jazz on their home floor.
But, at least they (narrowly) avoided a few franchise-worst marks in the 55-point loss.
But, at least they (narrowly) avoided a few franchise-worst marks in the 55-point loss.
Just 24 hours after blowing a late lead to the Thunder, the Utah Jazz flipped the script, stonewalling the Mavericks down the stretch to snap a five-game losing streak.
Late Run Lifts Utah Jazz Past Dallas Mavericks - KSL Sports
The Utah Jazz snapped their five-game losing streak by beating the Dallas Mavericks 116-114.
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January 9, 2026 at 5:45 AM
Just 24 hours after blowing a late lead to the Thunder, the Utah Jazz flipped the script, stonewalling the Mavericks down the stretch to snap a five-game losing streak.