Locked On Jazz - Daily Podcast On The Utah Jazz

Utah Jazz struggle for answers in a tough offensive outing against the Los Angeles Clippers, but Isaiah Collier’s breakout pick-and-roll performance offers a glimmer of hope for the team’s developmental year. Can the Jazz harness Collier’s progress and the emergence of other young talents to spark their rebuild, even with Keyonte George and Lauri Markkanen marked heavily by opposing defenses? David Locke unpacks the implications of missing Nurkic and George, examines half-court versus transition inefficiencies, and spotlights critical improvements in Collier’s game. Other major topics include the Jazz’s defensive adjustments, strategic challenges against elite Western Conference teams, and how the future of the Golden State Warriors and LA Clippers could dictate Utah’s climb up the standings. Plus, insights into player development from CJ Miles and Will Hardy reveal what it takes for prospects to truly own their growth. Is a brighter future on the horizon for the Jazz? 0:00 — Clippers Loss & Jazz Player Progress 13:29 — Isaiah Collier's Tough NBA Path 19:16 — West Rebuild Landscape & Jazz's Route Locked On Jazz Podcast 💻 https://www.lockedonjazz.net Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-jazz/ Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nba Follow David Locke on Twitter: 📲 https://twitter.com/DLocke09 #NBA #UtahJazz #WillHardy #DannyAinge #jordanclarkson #laurimarkkanen Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Turbo Tax For a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. Rocket Money Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at http://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDON Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

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Utah Jazz face a shifting NBA landscape as the league quietly changes how games are officiated, sparking debate and impacting key players like Keyonte George and Lauri Markkanen. Are the new foul interpretations stifling offensive efficiency—and which teams might gain an edge from this adjustment? Ace Bailey’s Rising Stars snub throws draft expectations into question, while surprises from Charlotte and Detroit expose unpredictable trends in team performance.
David Locke breaks down Utah Jazz’s rebuilding strategy, examining the impact of recent league-wide rule changes on player stats and game outcomes. The episode spotlights defensive challenges against Miami, rising threats from the Warriors and Clippers, and why fans should be rooting for New Orleans, Memphis, and Milwaukee. Hot teams, cold teams, and tank-watch drama are all on the table as the Jazz jockey for draft position in a season where every advantage counts.
0:00 – Ace Bailey Rising Stars Snub
14:11 – NBA Rule Changes & League Trends
25:05 – Team Trends & Tankathon Updates
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Miami Heat overwhelm Utah Jazz with relentless offensive rebounding, exposing defensive weaknesses and snatching a 147-116 road victory. Did the Jazz underestimate Miami’s shorthanded lineup, or is fatigue from missing Lauri Markkanen starting to take a toll? David Locke and Ron Boone break down Miami’s aggressive glasswork—at one point, the Heat nearly matched the Jazz’s defensive boards with offensive ones. The analysis questions Utah’s energy, highlights Miami’s system for masking roster flaws, and asks whether Jusuf Nurkic’s triple-double streak is coming at the expense of offensive efficiency.
Key discussion points include Keyonte George’s shooting struggles, the impact of absent three-point looks, and the Jazz’s inability to match Miami’s pace and intensity. Is “winning ugly” Miami’s secret weapon for maximizing their lineup? Don’t miss the hosts’ candid takes on Utah’s lack of juice, coaching frustrations, and what this lopsided loss says about the Jazz’s playoff future.

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