Locked On Jazz - Daily Podcast On The Utah Jazz

Brooklyn Nets snap their seven-game losing streak, outgunning the Utah Jazz 109-99 behind the breakout performance of BYU product Egor Denim Can Denim ’s impressive 25-point, 10-rebound showcase spark a new era for Brooklyn’s young core? David Locke and Ron Boone break down how the Jazz struggled in a half-court battle, slipping to 1-13 without Lauri Markkanen and facing questions about their development trajectory.
The episode spotlights Kyle Filipowski’s versatile showing filling in at center and the impact of not having Jusuf Nurkić anchoring the paint. Insights include Keyonte George’s ankle injury, the bench’s production woes, and whether a potential Nurkić trade could reshape Utah’s future. Plus, can the Jazz’s young guards step up amid roster turmoil? Get the lowdown on player development, lineup challenges, and what’s next for the Jazz road trip.

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Utah Jazz fans face a high-stakes question: should the team risk multiple first-round picks for one year of Giannis Antetokounmpo, or stay patient with the current rebuild? David Locke unpacks the divided fanbase, weighing the bold allure of a Giannis trade against the potential loss of future assets and developmental progress for Keyonte George, Lauri Markkanen, and Walker Kessler. Key discussion points include Utah’s defensive identity struggles, trade deadline expectations, and the value of acquiring talents like OG Anunoby, Mikal Bridges, or Jaden McDaniels. David Locke analyzes the trajectory of young players like Taylor Hendricks, the challenge of balancing draft picks with immediate roster upgrades, and why the Jazz’s defensive woes go beyond just coaching. Plus, get projections for potential Giannis destinations—Warriors, Heat, or Knicks—and the implications for both the West and the Jazz’s long-term strategy 0:00 - Giannis Trade Risk6:56 - NBA Trade Deadline Activity15:56 - Jazz Defense & Young Talent26:00 - Taylor Hendricks Locked On Jazz Podcast 💻 https://www.lockedonjazz.net Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts... Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nba Follow David Locke on Twitter: 📲 
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Utah Jazz face a franchise-altering decision: should they risk it all to trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo or play it safe by targeting OG Anunoby? With Giannis holding just one guaranteed year on his deal, David Locke explores the possibility of trading four first-round picks and young assets to bring the MVP to Salt Lake City—testing whether the Jazz can convince Giannis to stay long-term and shift the team’s small-market image. Would you gamble the future for a shot at superstardom, knowing LA and New York are always looming?
David Locke breaks down the potential trade packages, weighs Milwaukee’s incentives, and considers alternate routes involving Anunoby as a cornerstone defensive piece. The conversation spotlights Keyonte George, Lauri Markkanen, and Ace Bailey in a possible new-look lineup, alongside the Jazz’s options in free agency. Get expert insight on team-building, draft strategy, and how Utah’s front office could swing for the fences to change the NBA landscape.
 
0:00 — Giannis Trade Possibility
7:45 — OG Anunoby Alternative
15:00 - Ace Bailey on the Jayson Tatum plan
26:00 — Points Gained
 
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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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