Utah Jazz
Where Do the Jazz Go From Here?
After a valiant close to the season secured a playoff berth, Utah now looks to address its roster going into the offseason. »Read More
Utah Jazz Season Considered a Success?
And so, it has ended for the Jazz. An ugly game that got away in the second half, and then, remarkably, was almost reeled back in. A playoff series that was dominated by a... »Read More
NBA Playoff Power Rankings Week Two
The 2011/12 NBA Postseason has yet to surprise, except on the injury front starting with Derrick Rose and the depleted Chicago Bulls. »Read More
Jefferson Can’t See Anyone Beating Spurs
For three games in the Western Conference playoffs, Utah center Al Jefferson has seen his team beaten every which way, and by a combined 58 points. Finally, he has seen enough. Before Sunday’s practice,... »Read More
Ranking The 2012 NBA Playoff Duds
The 2012 NBA playoffs are just getting underway but there are already some duds who are impacting the results. »Read More
Jazz: Loss ‘Demoralizing’, ‘Embarrassing’
One word crossed Al Jefferson’s lips in a muted tone when he was asked to describe what had just happened to him and the Utah Jazz on the AT&T center court. “Embarrassing.” The night... »Read More
NBA AM: Top Defensive Honors For Tyson Chandler?
According to a league source, Knicks center Tyson Chandler will win the Defensive Player of the Year award. Jazz never considered trading Paul Millsap? »Read More
Jazz to Make Adjustments Against Parker
The Utah Jazz flew home to Salt Lake City after their 106-91 Game 1 loss in San Antonio on Sunday, preferring to lick their wounds and make their adjustments in their own gym. They... »Read More
NBA Playoff Power Rankings Week One
The first weekend of the 2011/12 NBA Postseason - filled with comebacks, letdowns, records, injuries & a possible suspension. »Read More
Jefferson: We ‘walk out with our heads up’
The players showered, dressed and boarded the bus to the airport with stunning precision after a 106-91 loss, eager to get home and regroup for a couple of days before returning to the AT&T... »Read More
Jazz May Utilize Tall Ball Against Spurs
It seems silly to suggest the Jazz use a big lineup in the first round of the playoffs and attempt to overpower San Antonio, which is anchored by future Hall of Famer Tim Duncan.... »Read More
NBA AM: Wall Fires Off On Former Teammates
John Wall praises the Wizards’ front office for shipping JaVale McGee and Nick Young away to usher in a culture change to the team »Read More
NBA PM: Kobe Cedes Scoring Title to Durant
Lakers guard Kobe Bryant is not expected to play Thursday, ceding the scoring title to Kevin Durant. Also, old friends & playoff foes. »Read More
If the 2012 Playoffs Started Today
The start of the 2012 NBA Playoffs is just days away, what playoff match-ups are on the horizon? »Read More
NBA AM: Scoring Title Supremacy: Kobe Or Durant?
With one game remaining, Kevin Durant and Kobe Bryant are locked in a tight battle for the scoring title. Who will emerge victorious? »Read More
Jazz Capture Eighth Seeding; Suns Out
The Jazz (35-30) clinched the Western Conference’s eighth and final playoff seed by snapping a seven-game losing streak to Phoenix and holding the Suns to 40.5 percent shooting with 15 turnovers. The Suns will... »Read More
Jazz Provide Blueprint on How to Rebuild?
The Kevin O’Connor Rebuilding Master Class gave a free seminar to the entire NBA on Tuesday night. “How to Rebuild and Stay Relevant” is the working title and the Phoenix Suns provided a telling... »Read More
Jefferson: ‘Biggest game of my life’
After a postseason off, the Jazz will be back in the NBA’s Big Dance once again after eliminating the Phoenix Suns in a tense and thrilling 100-88 victory Tuesday night at EnergySolutions Arena. “You... »Read More
Earl Watson Finished For the Season
Watson injured his right knee during the second quarter of the Jazz’s April 8 game at San Antonio. Watson was examined by Jazz team orthopedist Dr. Lyle Mason the following day and magnetic resonance... »Read More
NBA @ 2: Final Regular Season Predictions
The 2011/12 NBA Regular Season ends on Thursday and yet the playoffs and lottery are still up in the air. »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 17
The 76ers are about to make it 15 teams locked into the NBA playoffs. Will the Jazz or Suns make it 16? »Read More
James, Jefferson Named Players Of The Week
The Miami Heat’s LeBron James and the Utah Jazz’s Al Jefferson today were named the Eastern and Western Conference Players of the Week, respectively, for games played Monday, April 16, through Sunday, April 22.... »Read More
Salary Cap Best/Worst Case Scenarios: The West
Last week, we took a look at the best and worst case salary cap scenarios for the Eastern Conference. Now, it’s time to do the same for all 15 teams in the West. »Read More
Utah Jazz Not About to Give Up Nickname
The window of opportunity to change our name closed shortly after we moved to Utah from NOLA. We are Utah Jazz. And we always will be. via Greg Miller (Utah Jazz CEO) via Twitter »Read More
Utah Jazz Control their Playoff Fate
A recharged Devin Harris confidently stepping up and drilling 3-pointers. Rookie Alec Burks flying through the air and pouring in points. The Jazz in eighth place in the Western Conference with just three games... »Read More
Stern Nixes Hornets Rebirth as ‘Jazz’
(Hornets owner Tom) Benson reiterated his desire to change the Hornets’ nickname to something more identifiable with New Orleans, as the Jazz name was before the team moved to Salt Lake City in 1979.... »Read More
Jefferson ‘Surprised’ Mavs Lasted 3 OTs
Once Monday’s Dallas Mavericks-Utah Jazz reached the first overtime session, Jazz center Al Jefferson figured the percentages were in their favor. And here the Mavs were Monday, engaged in a dramatic triple overtime contest... »Read More
League to Fine West for ‘Wet Willie’?
Delonte West drew a large crowd of reporters after Monday’s 123-121 loss to Utah for giving Jazz guard Gordon Hayward an index finger to the ear. With 3:40 left in the first half, West... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 16
After a dip, the Chicago Bulls are back on top of the Power Rankings. Sixteen weeks in, the playoff picture is coming into focus. »Read More
Millsap Open to Long-Term Deal in Utah
Paul Millsap has spent his entire six-year career with the Jazz. If everything between Millsap and Utah continues to work out, the steadily improving power forward wants to extend his stay in Salt Lake... »Read More
Tyrone Corbin Proud of Jazz Playoff Push
Paul Millsap (21 points) went to war Wednesday. DeMarre Carroll was a bulldog. Derrick Favors continued to be synonymous with double-double, and Jamaal Tinsley ran point while Devin Harris watched the battle. It was... »Read More
Corbin: We Never Talked Harris Trade
In the middle of the season when the shots weren’t falling and he was struggling on the court, Devin Harris was the subject of some trade rumors. But not from the Utah Jazz. “Not... »Read More
NBA @ 2: Predicting the Final 16
A look ahead at the final stretch of the 2011/12 NBA Regular Season. Who will make the playoffs? »Read More
Utah Jazz to Sign Blake Ahearn?
The Jazz are expected to sign veteran sharpshooter Blake Ahearn, The Salt Lake Tribune learned on Monday afternoon. Ahearn’s expected signing was first reported by television station KDSA in St. Louis, which is Ahearn’s... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 15
Slow and steady wins the race. The San Antonio Spurs are the proverbial tortoise. The NBA, 15 weeks in . . . »Read More
NBA@2: Critical Night For The Utah Jazz
Much at stake as the Utah Jazz face the Golden State Warriors tonight . . .Zach Randolph's difficult return ... A new - old - powerhouse rising in the Western Conference! »Read More
NBA AM: League Reactions Mixed On Van Gundy
Reactions around the league are mixed on the Stan Van Gundy situation in Orlando. See what everyone is saying. Where do you stand? »Read More
Jazz Pushing for Playoffs, Not More Picks
Conspiracy theorists might think the Utah Jazz have an interesting dilemma Friday night against Golden State. A Utah win will knock the Warriors farther down the standings while keeping the Jazz within striking distance... »Read More
Jazz CEO, Karl Malone Feud Over
A public feud between Jazz CEO Greg Miller and Hall of Fame forward Karl Malone is finally over. Miller and Malone exchanged smiles and warmly embraced Wednesday night in an EnergySolutions tunnel, minutes before... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 14
At what point do the Oklahoma City Thunder become more than just the favorite in the Western Conference? The NBA 14 weeks in . . . »Read More
HOOPSWORLD Week In Review
HOOPSWORLD looks back at some of the top stories from the NBA this week! »Read More
Amnesty 2012: Revisiting the Provision
As the NBA regular season draws closer to an end and teams start focusing more on their offseason plans, the subject of amnesty will once again become a hot topic of conversation. Which teams... »Read More
NBA@2: Is Tanking Bad For the NBA?
Is tanking really the best answer for struggling NBA teams? ... Courtney Lee, Rockets staying optimistic ... McHale sees D-League as a great step forward for the NBA ... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 13
The Atlanta Hawks make a sizable jump in a relatively static NBA Power Rankings for Week 13. »Read More
Jazz Players Relieved Trade Talks Have Passed
Utah Jazz players feel more at ease with the trade deadline in the rear-view mirror. Their play on the court as of late shows it... »Read More
Raja Bell Looking at Microfracture Surgery?
Excerpts from an interview Sunday with Jazz guard Raja Bell after Utah’s 139-133 four-overtime loss to the Hawks. When he received the second opinion: The second opinion, we sent the films to the doc,... »Read More
Cousins on Harris: ‘I’m tired of the kid’
Kings forward DeMarcus Cousins and Jazz guard Devin Harris were involved in a tense moment early during the Utah’s 103-102 victory on Thursday. Cousins attempted to save a loose ball and felt that Harris... »Read More
NBA PM: Jamaal Tinsley Revives Career
Jamaal Tinsley has revived his career with the Utah Jazz ... Boston Celtics sign Ryan Hollins ... Von Wafer doesn't expect buyout from Orlando Magic »Read More
The 2013 Free Agents
Along with point guard Chris Paul, center Dwight Howard will headline a deep class that has everything from superstars to solid role players. »Read More
Howard Out for Season with Knee Injury
Utah Jazz forward Josh Howard to undergo surgery on left knee out for the remainder of the season. via David Locke of Twitter »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 12
The NBA Trade Deadline is gone and the league is gearing for the final run to the postseason . . . or the lottery. »Read More
Utah Jazz Turning Corner on Season?
Know that exciting future everybody keeps saying the Utah Jazz will have? Consider this past weekend a very exciting sneak peek. As if Derrick Favors’ career night against Golden State wasn’t enough of a... »Read More
Utah Jazz, New Jersey Nets to Strike Deal?
Jazz trying to unload Raja Bell and CJ Miles, a good friend of D-Will. Heard Nets could be doing something involving Petro + No. 1 pick via Stefan Bondy via Twitter »Read More
NBA AM: Will the Magic Trade Howard?
Will the Orlando Magic trade Dwight Howard before Thursday? The organization is split on what to do next. ... The Golden State Warriors are ecstatic to land Andrew Bogut ... News and notes »Read More
Sources: Jazz Shopping C.J. Miles
Sources say the Utah Jazz are shopping C.J. Miles. The New Jersey Nets and Minnesota Timberwolves are among the teams showing interest. via Alex Kennedy via Twitter »Read More
O’Connor: Jazz ‘Aggressive’ in Trade Talks
With Thursday’s deadline approaching, Jazz general manager Kevin O’Connor admitted the team is “actively looking” at trade scenarios. “In the job that I have, one of the responsibilities is to improve the team,” O’Connor... »Read More
Bell Clears the Air with Corbin, O’Connor
After a tumultuous weekend, Monday ended up being a good day for Raja Bell. The veteran wasn’t quite sure what this day would bring after he was sent home from the road trip a... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 11
How do the 30 NBA teams stack up heading into the trade deadline? A special edition of the Power Rankings. »Read More
Jazz GM Plans Talk With Raja Bell, Corbin
Before Raja Bell plays another game for the Jazz, a discussion is planned between the veteran shooting guard, coach Tyrone Corbin and team management. Utah General Manager Kevin O’Connor said Sunday he’ll be involved... »Read More
Gordon Hayward Takes Benching in Stride
Gordon Hayward entered Monday as the only Jazz player to have started all 36 games this season. But when the jump ball was tossed up against the Cavaliers, the Utah forward was stuck on... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 10
The Chicago Bulls retake the top spot in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 10. In Los Angeles, the Lakers catch the Clippers. »Read More
NBA AM: Who Is Available In Trade – Part 3
The NBA trade deadline is 10 days away, and here are the final ten teams from the Who's Available In Trade series... Celtics bring Lin back down to earth... NBA Chats at 11am, 3pm... »Read More
DeMarre Carroll Waiting for Opportunity
After spending more than three weeks with the Jazz, forward DeMarre Carroll said Friday he’s 100 percent ready to take the court. But just because Carroll’s ready to go doesn’t mean he’s getting on... »Read More
Jazz Forward C.J. Miles on Trading Block?
The Jazz remain open to moving starting point guard Devin Harris, league sources said, and reserve small forward C.J. Miles could be made available in the right situation. But Utah continues to take a... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week Nine
NBA All-Star Weekend has come and gone. Sixteen teams are in playoff position but a few still have designs on a postseason spot. »Read More
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