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Doing so shows why Utah should be excited for the future.</description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:43:39 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1521,h_855,x_1054,y_145/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kqaymzxtrwa9yy4ez7.jpg" caption="Feb 12, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (middle) reacts after guard Vince Williams Jr. (0) is ejected against the Portland Trail Blazers during the first half at Delta Center. 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If Houston is down for it, a trade is feasible.</description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:25:42 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2670,h_1501,x_1099,y_175/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kq9jxqbvnqr11g8t7f.jpg" caption="Jan 26, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) reacts after a made basket against the Memphis Grizzlies during the fourth quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images | Erik Williams-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Cooper Flagg may have won the battle, but Ace Bailey can win the war</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/cooper-flagg-won-battle-ace-bailey-win-war?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kq8s3rm4y7</guid><description>Cooper Flagg won the NBA&#39;s Rookie of the Year. He definitely had a better rookie season than Ace Bailey did with the Utah Jazz. However, long-term, there&#39;s a solid chance Bailey may have more team success than Flagg, starting as soon as next year.</description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3310,h_1861,x_1720,y_270/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kq8s5gaxv6h52ghaz9.jpg" caption="Dec 15, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg (32) drives to the basket against Utah Jazz guard Ace Bailey (19) during the second quarter at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Rudy Gobert&#39;s monster performances show he wasn&#39;t to blame for Jazz failures</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/rudy-gobert-monster-performances-show-wasnt-blame-jazz-failures?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jaxon Wynder</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kq8seet4n0</guid><description>After multiple early playoff exits despite being one of the top seeds in the Western Conference year-after-year, the Jazz’s front office decided to blow up thei</description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:12:13 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3095,h_1740,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kq8sh9hsa5sca9kfd7.jpg" caption="Apr 23, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) goes to the basket against Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (27) in the third quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images | Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jaxon Wynder"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jordan Clarkson took the impressive leap the Jazz badly needed from him</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jordan-clarkson-took-impressive-leap-jazz-badly-needed?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kq8bff58ph</guid><description>Jordan Clarkson has gotten a lot of praise for how well he&#39;s reinvented himself with the New York Knicks. As great as it is, it makes his time with the Utah Jazz look worse knowing he had this in his game all along.</description><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:44:17 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4783,h_2690,x_607,y_69/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kq8bkngst86feezswb.jpg" caption="Apr 23, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; New York Knicks guard Jordan Clarkson (00) warms up before a game against the Atlanta Hawks during game three of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images | Brett Davis-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz have ace in the hole if they&#39;re serious about Kevin Durant</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-have-ace-hole-theyre-serious-about-kevin-durant?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kq7zndjsa6</guid><description>The Utah Jazz were named among Kevin Durant&#39;s potential suitors this summer. He hasn&#39;t hit the market yet, but if it comes to that, Utah has something in their arsenal that would make it hard for the Rockets to say no in a Durant trade.</description><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:45:41 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2362,h_1328,x_687,y_46/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kq819fbw1hc7fpfpax.jpg" caption="Oct 8, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) dribbles the ball during the third quarter against the Utah Jazz at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images | Troy Taormina-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz fans seeing Deja Vu from Donovan Mitchell in 2026 NBA Playoffs</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-fans-seeing-deja-vu-donovan-mitchell-2026-nba-playoffs?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kq5rsjppb0</guid><description>The Utah Jazz have plenty of alumni playing in the postseason. Among them is Donovan Mitchell, who has led the Cleveland Cavaliers to yet another playoff performance. Impressive yes, but it&#39;s clear that like his days as a Jazzman, nothing has changed.</description><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 21:44:15 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1817,h_1022,x_0,y_557/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kq5sk0cpaef1gpc335.jpg" caption="May 6, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) reacts after driving to the basket in the fourth quarter against the Indiana Pacers during game two of the second round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images | David Richard-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>James Harden entering same embarrassing convo as Karl Malone &amp; John Stockton</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/james-harden-entering-same-embarrassing-convo-karl-malone-john-stockton?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kq5jhnnsrz</guid><description>The Utah Jazz are proud of the era Karl Malone and John Stockton ushered in for two decades. Unfortunately, everyone knows the one label that will follow them forever. James Harden is now in the same rare embarrassing conversation as them.</description><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 20:00:07 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2436,h_1370,x_361,y_1452/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kq5jv51w5rz5azr4q3.jpg" caption="Apr 2, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1) on the floor after a play against the Golden State Warriors during the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images | Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz can hit two birds with one stone in Ayo Dosunmu pursuit</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-hit-two-birds-with-stone-ayo-dosunmu-pursuit?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kq3zc46qc8</guid><description>Ayo Dosunmu just made a pretty compelling case to the entire NBA that he is a force to be reckoned with. The Utah Jazz could get in on that, and for more reasons than the notion that he could make the team better.</description><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1653,h_929,x_1401,y_484/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kq3zjy0jc4bkevsv4j.jpg" caption="Apr 25, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ayo Dosunmu (13) celebrates with fans after making a three-point shot against the Denver Nuggets in the fourth quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images | Matt Blewett-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>It&#39;s bad news for the NBA that the Jazz kept their lottery pick</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/bad-news-nba-that-jazz-kept-lottery-pick?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn0q8navh5</guid><description>The Utah Jazz managed to avoid giving up their pick to the Oklahoma City Thunder. That&#39;s great news for them, meh news for the Thunder, and potentially devastating news for the entire NBA.</description><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:44:42 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4585,h_2579,x_182,y_393/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kq2tfes2aynjsxrn1f.jpg" caption="Oct 27, 2023; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz CEO Danny Ainge before a game against the Los Angeles Clippers at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Rudy Gobert vindicating Jazz for large haul they got for him 4 years ago</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/rudy-gobert-vindicating-jazz-large-haul-4-years-ago?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kq06kkkt5b</guid><description>Rudy Gobert has been among the biggest standouts in the 2026 NBA Playoffs to start. His amazing play proves exactly why the Utah Jazz demanded a high price for him in 2022.</description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:25:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1896,h_1066,x_935,y_72/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kq070kjkzxnxaw1te6.jpg" caption="Apr 23, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) goes to the basket against Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (27) in the third quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images | Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Pelicans do Jazz another massive favor if they send them elite 3&amp;D wing</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/pelicans-jazz-another-massive-favor-send-elite-wing?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpya60xwdc</guid><description>The New Orleans Pelicans already helped the Utah Jazz plenty with their tank. However, if New Orleans plan to retool, the Jazz could get their hands on one of the better two-way wings in the league.</description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:39:49 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2950,h_1659,x_595,y_235/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kpybjtepbbfs5vt7kd.jpg" caption="Feb 26, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) posts up against Utah Jazz guard Ace Bailey (19) during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz would be at crossroad if they faced this predicament in mock draft</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-would-crossroad-faced-predicament-mock-draft?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpvr7hz867</guid><description>The Utah Jazz will get a lottery pick from this year&#39;s draft, which is a good enough news for them. However, a mock draft presented a rather tough predicament for the Jazz should lady luck not look their way in the lottery yet again.</description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:37:40 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3593,h_2021,x_0,y_249/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kpxsvweqhm4fexaywf.jpg" caption="Jan 30, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz Owner Ryan Smith (left) and CEO of basketball operations Danny Ainge (middle) along with president of basketball operations Austin Ainge watch warm ups before a game against the Brooklyn Nets at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz would finally answer fans prayers if they acquired this NBA Champion</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-finally-answer-fans-prayers-acquired-nba-champion?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpvmwcwav4</guid><description>The Utah Jazz will explore every avenue they can to create the best version of themselves they can hope for. One NBA Champion could be what turns them into one of the NBA&#39;s best two-way forces.</description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:21:47 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2001,h_1125,x_540,y_659/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kpvn6a37a45mtm3d07.jpg" caption="Apr 2, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (22) laughs after a diving play against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images | Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz take prospect compared to forgotten ex-NBA star in latest mock draft</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-take-prospect-compared-forgotten-ex-nba-star-latest-mock-draft?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpv3he0v3b</guid><description>A mock draft has the Utah Jazz taking Caleb Wilson with the No. 4 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. That is an exciting prospect, but even more exciting is knowing who Wilson was compared to.</description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:25:20 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4229,h_2378,x_759,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kpv3v0hpj1m5wgztpv.jpg" caption="Mar 7, 2026; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Injured North Carolina Tar Heels foward Caleb Wilson jokes with teammates prior to a game against the Duke Blue Devils at Cameron Indoor Stadium.  The Duke Blue Devils won 76-61. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-Imagn Images | Rob Kinnan-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Kevin Love&#39;s epic journey with Jazz should keep him in Utah</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/kevin-love-epic-journey-jazz-should-keep-utah?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpryzjp3ka</guid><description>Kevin Love recently reflected how much he&#39;s loved being part of the Utah Jazz. Because he loves the role he&#39;s had on the team, and the mutual feeling from the Jazz players and personnel, it seems like his re-signing is only a matter of time.</description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:15:30 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3600,h_2025,x_0,y_45/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kprz4zxt059f1238ye.jpg" caption="Dec 4, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (3) reacts with forward Kevin Love (42) after a timeout against Brooklyn Nets during the fourth quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Tom Horak-Imagn Images | Tom Horak-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz defy years of everlasting bad luck by winning important coin flip</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-defy-years-everlasting-bad-luck-winning-important-coin-flip?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpqgrw86m1</guid><description>The Utah Jazz won the coin flip yesterday, which is a big deal because now their lottery pick is theirs. However, it&#39;s a bigger deal because typically, when playing the odds, the Jazz have pretty much always come up short.</description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:39:38 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2249,h_1265,x_62,y_111/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kpqh0rk689q8113te8.jpg" caption="Jan 8, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA;  Utah Jazz head coach Will Hardy reacts in the second quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images | Benny Sieu-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Hawks are making Quin Snyder realization Jazz fans already knew</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/hawks-making-quin-snyder-realization-jazz-fans-already-knew?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp2xbj40q7</guid><description>The Atlanta Hawks stole a win from the New York Knicks last night. Former Utah Jazz coach Quin Snyder has been calling the shots for the Hawks, and any Jazz fans know that this is what he does.</description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1945,h_1094,x_550,y_89/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kp2xe6xxaw25n9j7b8.jpg" caption="Mar 18, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; DAtlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder reacts against the Dallas Mavericks during the first half at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images | Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Ace Bailey&#39;s tantalizing rookie season ranks him top five in Jazz history</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/ace-bailey-tantalizing-rookie-season-ranks-top-five-jazz-history?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Dan Lower</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmeeb29kr2</guid><description>Ace Bailey has completed his rookie season with the Utah Jazz, and what a ride it has been. From draft-night to now, we&#39;ve seen Ace grow by leaps and show more </description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3202,h_1801,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kpph1zvpkn4vpcj1sw.jpg" caption="Mar 25, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA;  Utah Jazz forward Ace Bailey (19) dunks the ball against the Washington Wizards during the second quarter at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Nicoll-Imagn Images | Chris Nicoll-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Dan Lower"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz officially avoid worst-case scenario with 2026 NBA Draft</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-officially-avoid-worst-case-scenario-2026-nba-draft?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kppbetnrw4</guid><description>The Utah Jazz&#39;s lottery odds would be determined by a coin flip. Well not only did the coin flip go their way, but now, by winning, the worst-case scenario is no longer on the table for them.</description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:25:29 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3600,h_2025,x_0,y_38/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kppbj8c95nwvfvpkjr.jpg" caption="Dec 15, 2021; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA;  Danny Ainge watches pregame activities after he was Appointed Alternate Governor and CEO of Utah Jazz Basketball prior to their game against the LA Clippers at Vivint Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Swinger-Imagn Images | Jeffrey Swinger-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz can&#39;t avoid upcoming dilemma with Ace Bailey &amp; Lauri Markkanen</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-cant-avoid-upcoming-dilemma-ace-bailey-lauri-markkanen?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpjd25v5kz</guid><description>The Utah Jazz will be among the NBA&#39;s most talented teams over the next few years. Ace Bailey and Lauri Markkanen will have a lot to do with that, but it also creates a problem that the Jazz will eventually have to confront.</description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:24:09 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2998,h_1686,x_233,y_98/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kpny5bt17wf1x541xg.jpg" caption="Mar 21, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard Ace Bailey (19) and head coach Will Hardy speak after the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Zaccharie Risacher&#39;s issues should make Jazz feel better about Cody Williams </title><link>https://thejnotes.com/zaccharie-risacher-issues-should-make-jazz-feel-better-about-cody-williams?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpjc2rkxcz</guid><description>The Utah Jazz saw some very encouraging progress from Cody Williams. So much so that they are looking forward to what he can do next season. 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Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Hawks make Nickeil Alexander-Walker realization Jazz should have made years ago</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/hawks-make-nickeil-alexander-walker-realization-jazz-should-have-made-years-ago?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp2vva7v98</guid><description>Nickeil Alexander-Walker has continued his ascent since leaving the Utah Jazz. Now, he&#39;s getting recognized for it. That&#39;s why it&#39;s so painful to wonder what could have been had the Jazz kept him.</description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:04:28 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2679,h_1506,x_136,y_76/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kpkz2y5mzr1e3fm3y3.jpg" caption="Apr 8, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (7) looks to the basket in the first quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena. 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Fans will think of Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert when this comes up, but there are multiple ex-Jazzmen who could swing a playoff series!</description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:30:48 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1411,h_793,x_941,y_112/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kpgv1trbp77690zbpt.jpg" caption="Mar 13, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; New York Knicks guard Jordan Clarkson (00) celebrates a made basket in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. 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Even if it may get ugly, Ryan Smith basically confirmed what the plan is with the Jazz center.</description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:52:19 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1379,h_775,x_829,y_159/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kpegsse4mtcqcc94v9.jpg" caption="Apr 10, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen and center Walker Kessler and head coach Will Hardy react after Utah Jazz guard John Konchar completes a triple double against the Memphis Grizzlies during the second half at Delta Center. 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The most recent intel on Donovan Mitchell could make them even better if the Cleveland Cavaliers fail again in the postseason.</description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:27:14 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2829,h_1591,x_389,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kpe7ebfbrcxeakcazg.jpg" caption="Apr 5, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) reacts after a play during the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images | Ken Blaze-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>LeBron James to make rare history not seen since Karl Malone &amp; John Stockton</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/lebron-james-make-rare-history-karl-malone-john-stockton?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpd2ywb679</guid><description>LeBron James has proven for quite some time now that he is him, plain and simply. The accolades he has accumulated makes his resume stronger than just about any NBA player. 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Doing so so should remind the Utah Jazz of the predicament they are in.</description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 23:35:58 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3360,h_1890,x_1630,y_52/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kpc5z8ds2qctbmm1tn.jpg" caption="Jan 27, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; LA Clippers guard Kris Dunn (8) knocks the ball away from Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (23) during the second half at Delta Center. 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It&#39;s cruel irony for sure, but even worse is that the Jazz have seen alumni join forces with enemies in the past.</description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:20:51 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6434,h_3619,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kpbrfscrzft772eyvq.jpg" caption="Mar 24, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) and guard James Harden (1) talk during a free throw attempt during the second half against the Orlando Magic at Rocket Arena. 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The following four Jazzmen could fetch them some real value.</description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 03:01:50 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1484,h_834,x_867,y_90/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kpa0w6cfdwgg94bgs2.jpg" caption="Apr 7, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Utah Jazz center Kyle Filipowski (22) reacts to a play against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Smoothie King Center. 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Unfortunately, the Utah Jazz center&#39;s season-ending surgery has damaged how he compares to the other players set to hit free agency.</description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 22:17:39 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2984,h_1678,x_989,y_890/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kp9fxkw263rtrq507w.jpg" caption="Oct 27, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler (24) warms up before the game against the Phoenix Suns at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Walker Kessler&#39;s unknown Jazz future becomes even less certain in mock draft</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/walker-kessler-unknown-jazz-future-becomes-even-less-certain-mock-draft?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp6nqrf352</guid><description>The Utah Jazz have every reason to keep Walker Kessler as well as try to re-sign him on a deal as team-friendly as possible. However, if they draft this big in the lottery, many will question what their plan is with Kessler.</description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 03:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1882,h_1058,x_2091,y_516/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kp6p0qnbk2jt4d8e23.jpg" caption="Oct 29, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan (23) and Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler (24) battle for the ball during the second half at Delta Center. 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Mandatory Credit: Chris Nicoll-Imagn Images | Chris Nicoll-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jaxon Wynder"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Embarrassing list is painful reminder of Mike Conley Jr.&#39;s biggest Jazz failure</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/embarrassing-list-painful-reminder-mike-conley-jrs-biggest-jazz-failure?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp6pbp5zq1</guid><description>Utah Jazz alum Mike Conley Jr. was well-liked by everyone in the three-and-half years he spent with the team. However, a recently published list is another reminder of what he failed to do in Utah.</description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:15:37 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2233,h_1256,x_215,y_137/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kp6pfehbndc0cfda6b.jpg" caption="Jan 20, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley (10) warms up before the game against the Utah Jazz at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Jazz would be fools to let these 2 veteran big men walk this summer</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-fools-let-these-2-veteran-big-men-walk-summer?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp4fnwb2n5</guid><description>The Utah Jazz have a checklist of things to accomplish this offseason. 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One season later, they pretty much did, but that doesn&#39;t necessarily mean Ainge was being dishonest.</description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:54:47 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4309,h_2423,x_0,y_115/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kp477nfq8thajwhewr.jpg" caption="Nov 13, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz president of basketball operations Austin Ainge, left, and owner Ryan Smith, right, speak before a game against the Atlanta Hawks at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz 2026 lottery odds fully explained after finishing the tank</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-2026-lottery-odds-fully-explained-after-finishing-tank?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp2a8f72r4</guid><description>The Utah Jazz finished tied with the Sacramento Kings for the NBA&#39;s fourth-worst record. This means their odds will be decided by a coin flip. Yes, this is important for their future, and here&#39;s all the details you have to know.</description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 03:24:12 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5835,h_3282,x_27,y_551/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kp2bnpjwyt7gf444tt.jpg" caption="May 12, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, US; A person watches the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery at McCormick Place. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images | David Banks-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz&#39;s controversial Jordan Clarkson decision has only continued to age like milk</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-controversial-jordan-clarkson-decision-only-continued-age-like-milk?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp1g23ht8d</guid><description>It didn&#39;t take long for the Utah Jazz&#39;s decision to extend Jordan Clarkson to look bad. Almost a year after they waived him, the decision has looked worse after everything that has happened since.</description><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 19:49:33 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2654,h_1492,x_520,y_51/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kp1gdct0jteaz8d61z.jpg" caption="Mar 4, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Jordan Clarkson (00) warms up before the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images | Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz fans&#39; attachment to Kevin Love says quiet part out loud about his future</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-fans-attachment-kevin-love-says-quiet-part-out-loud-about-future?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp04pe2vk1</guid><description>The Utah Jazz fanbase let the team know just how they feel about Kevin Love during their win over the Memphis Grizzlies. It seems like a given what the plan is, but that pretty much sealed it.</description><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2274,h_1279,x_0,y_100/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kp04vfyp04ewggkvjg.jpg" caption="Apr 10, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen, forward Kevin Love (middle) and center Jusuf Nurkic react after guard John Konchar completes a triple double against the Memphis Grizzlies during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz returned massive favor to Grizzlies in Tankapalooza victory last night</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-returned-massive-favor-grizzlies-tankapalooza-victory-last-night?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knxs4q0ynp</guid><description>The Utah Jazz obviously didn&#39;t intend to beat the Memphis Grizzlies last night, but there wasn&#39;t much they could do. In their defense, they kind of owed the Grizzlies after what they did for the Jazz.</description><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 20:51:32 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3546,h_1994,x_685,y_237/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01knz28ffq2fajhmfba0.jpg" caption="Apr 10, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard John Konchar (55) reacts after completing a triple double against the Memphis Grizzlies during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz&#39;s controversial win vs. Grizzlies has glass half-full &amp; half-empty viewpoints</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-controversial-win-grizzlies-glass-half-full-half-empty-viewpoints?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knxnxsth4m</guid><description>The Utah Jazz snapped their 10-game losing streak when they beat the Memphis Grizzlies. Fans don&#39;t like to see that this late in the season, but there&#39;s a fair argument that it&#39;s not as bad as it looks as there is that it is as bad as it looks.</description><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2879,h_1619,x_0,y_154/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01knxp0tvn182nh0d61b.jpg" caption="Apr 10, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen and center Walker Kessler and head coach Will Hardy react after Utah Jazz guard John Konchar completes a triple double against the Memphis Grizzlies during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Unexpected statlines headline Jazz&#39;s final home game</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/unexpected-statlines-headline-jazz-final-home-game?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jaxon Wynder</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knxfraaznb</guid><description>In what was labeled the “Tanking Super Bowl,” by ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, it was apparent that neither the Jazz or Grizzlies wanted to win  That didn’t stop a co</description><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 14:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4064,h_2286,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01knxftqgxfzjth9bp3q.jpg" caption="Apr 10, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard John Konchar (55) dribbles with the ball against Memphis Grizzlies forward Toby Okani (5) during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jaxon Wynder"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz-Grizzlies game gets the embarrassing label it deserves tonight</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-grizzlies-game-gets-embarrassing-label-deserves-tonight?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knwbae5n0s</guid><description>The Utah Jazz and Memphis Grizzlies have a lot riding on games like tonight, but for all the wrong reasons. We are in for one major game of Tankapalooza, but in both teams&#39; defense, they know why it&#39;s in their best interest to lose.</description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 19:39:44 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2114,h_1189,x_0,y_425/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01knwbksamzcqy47sbcc.jpg" caption="Feb 20, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Utah Jazz forward Brice Sensabaugh (28) drives against Memphis Grizzlies guard Cam Spencer (24) during the third quarter at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images | Petre Thomas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz can sleep well knowing they helped crack the Warriors dynasty</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-sleep-well-knowing-helped-crack-warriors-dynasty?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knv37m5n9v</guid><description>The Golden State Warriors have been among the NBA&#39;s most disappointing teams. Their downfall  was coming regardless, but because of the moves they chose not to make, the Utah Jazz had something to do with why things have turned out this bad.</description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2986,h_1679,x_472,y_250/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01knv3xcympxttdegjck.jpg" caption="Oct 7, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (23) reacts to a dunk against the Houston Rockets during the third quarter at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Knicks are about to see the real Jordan Clarkson the Jazz once had</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/knicks-about-see-real-jordan-clarkson-jazz-once?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Dan Lower</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kntbjk6grj</guid><description>While the Utah Jazz season is nearly complete, it will go on for former Jazzmen on other teams that are bound for the playoffs. One of the biggest fan favorites</description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 01:56:44 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3247,h_1826,x_225,y_20/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kntgax8693j5hjmjfn.jpg" caption="Dec 23, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson (00) reacts in the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images | David Richard-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Dan Lower"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>4 Jazz who won&#39;t be back after the tank is officially over</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/4-jazz-who-wont-back-after-tank-officially-over?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knt3pzgvrh</guid><description>The Utah Jazz&#39;s tank will be over once and for all. Once it does, they will turn their attention towards improving the roster more than they already have. That also means these four Jazzmen will likely be looking for a new team this summer.</description><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 23:26:54 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4370,h_2458,x_387,y_276/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01knt455t4aakjtvbfn5.jpg" caption="Mar 28, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Utah Jazz center Oscar Tshiebwe (34) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Kyle Filipowski&#39;s breakout may push Jazz to make difficult decision</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/kyle-filipowski-breakout-push-jazz-make-difficult-decision?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kngw65bwk5</guid><description>The Utah Jazz have got to love what they&#39;re seeing from Kyle Filipowski with the season about to wrap up. However, his production also calls one decision into question for them.</description><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:16:23 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1662,h_934,x_106,y_9/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kngwaqd0tggb8fdx3c.jpg" caption="Jan 22, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz center Kyle Filipowski (22) reacts to a jump ball call during the first half against the San Antonio Spurs at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Peter Creveling-Imagn Images | Peter Creveling-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Potential Austin Reaves-Walker Kessler swap would hurt Jazz more than help</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/potential-austin-reaves-walker-kessler-swap-hurt-jazz-more-help?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knqpk06215</guid><description>This scenario has been floated before, and it will likely be floated more as the offseason approaches. Reaves has appeal to the Utah Jazz, but swapping Walker Kessler for him feels like something they should avoid.</description><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2907,h_1635,x_766,y_1087/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01knrd7qzfe588f00p8n.jpg" caption="Feb 10, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) defends a shot by Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler (24) in the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images | Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Brice Sensabaugh could achieve something Jazz haven&#39;t seen since Lauri Markkanen</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/brice-sensabaugh-achieve-something-jazz-havent-seen-since-lauri-markkanen?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knp1jscbwm</guid><description>Brice Sensabaugh has saved his best for last this season. However, his production, along with putting up some good numbers against good teams, really could put him in line to win an award only Lauri Markkanen has won.</description><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 23:14:12 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3426,h_1927,x_197,y_474/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01knqfnfxrrwj3m2dnf9.jpg" caption="Mar 28, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Utah Jazz forward Brice Sensabaugh (28) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>It&#39;s crystal clear which lineup Jazz should avoid playing next season</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/crystal-clear-lineup-jazz-should-avoid-playing-next-season?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knq64tzwb3</guid><description>The Utah Jazz are all in on next season and beyond. Pending any surprises, their roster should be all hands on deck for a playoff run next season. However, recent data suggests that there&#39;s one lineup the Jazz must avoid playing next season.</description><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 19:34:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3549,h_1996,x_114,y_87/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01knq7apqksyt9wjwekp.jpg" caption="Feb 7, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (3) and Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (23) look on against the Phoenix Suns during the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images | Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz get Keyonte George&#39;s partner-in-crime in post-March Madness mock draft</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-keyonte-george-partner-crime-post-march-madness-mock-draft?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knn24p350h</guid><description>The Utah Jazz are primed to get a lottery pick on top of their playoff aspirations for next season. A mock draft has them taking a guard that could be exactly the right kind of player to put next to Keyonte George.</description><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:48:31 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3610,h_2030,x_1377,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01knn4wm4jk0eb6kfkjx.jpg" caption="Mar 25, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings (4) during a practice session ahead of the south regional of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images | Troy Taormina-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Bucks’ looming collapse could completely reshape Walker Kessler’s free agency outlook</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/bucks-looming-collapse-completely-reshape-walker-kessler-free-agency-outlook?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knmrm2ce61</guid><description>Walker Kessler plans to play hardball with the Utah Jazz this summer. It&#39;s become hard enough for him to do with what&#39;s working against him, and the Milwaukee Bucks&#39; impending blowup will only make it harder for him.</description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 21:18:24 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1402,h_788,x_1172,y_35/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01knmrr2tpgwzchv6p4z.jpg" caption="Feb 27, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler (24) reacts to a foul call against the Atlanta Hawks in the second half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images | Brett Davis-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz will have last laugh if Cody Williams adds crucial element to his game</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-will-have-last-laugh-cody-williams-adds-crucial-element-game?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn1f2jbt8c</guid><description>The Utah Jazz are starting to see the return on investment on Cody Williams this season. He&#39;s been impressive because of how multifaceted he is. If he can add one more facet to his game, the Jazz should be proud of themselves that they took him.</description><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 21:45:49 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3967,h_2231,x_404,y_174/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01knj93c35qakhaz5g33.jpg" caption="Apr 5, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Utah Jazz head coach Will Hardy talks to forward Cody Williams (5) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images | Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz&#39;s breakout player makes JJJ trade even more genius</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-breakout-player-makes-jjj-trade-even-more-genius?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kng8m8r9jg</guid><description>The Utah Jazz should already feel smart enough as it is for pulling off the Jaren Jackson Jr. trade. Two months later, and they have even more reason to feel smarter. 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By losing, the Jazz are one step closer to their ultimae goal.</description><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 01:20:17 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4622,h_2599,x_0,y_156/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kng5th2hvj74aabjfc.jpg" caption="Jan 7, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Utah Jazz forward Cody Williams (5) meets his brother Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Jalen Williams (8) after their game at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images | Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>NBA teams have painfully obvious reason to help Jazz keep their pick</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/nba-teams-painfully-obvious-reason-help-jazz-keep-pick?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knftc4mx7c</guid><description>The Utah Jazz&#39;s draft position was riskier not too long ago. However, now they are in prime position to get a high lottery pick without Oklahoma City lurking. 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Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Giannis disaster makes Jazz look smarter for avoiding this exact problem</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/giannis-disaster-makes-jazz-look-smarter-avoiding-exact-problem?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kndgkt4mww</guid><description>The ongoing strife between Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks is pretty hard to watch unfold. For the Utah Jazz, they can feel pretty smart for avoiding a situation like this.</description><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 01:21:51 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3983,h_2240,x_576,y_93/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kndgtrr5cx9d6qm03n.jpg" caption="Mar 31, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) warms up before a game against the Dallas Mavericks at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images | Benny Sieu-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Kyle Filipowski&#39;s late-season breakout creates an unavoidable problem for the Jazz</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/kyle-filipowski-late-season-breakout-creates-unavoidable-problem-jazz?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knbsd07jgf</guid><description>The Utah Jazz must be loving what they&#39;re seeing from Kyle Filipowski. With a bigger role, he has taken the chance and run with it. However, his improved player begs a question about what happens next after this season.</description><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2983,h_1677,x_880,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01knbsgda8t5tgqafrfe.jpg" caption="Feb 20, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Utah Jazz forward Kyle Filipowski (22) reacts during the second quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images | Petre Thomas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz&#39;s most overlooked youngster might be their biggest X-Factor</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-most-overlooked-youngster-might-biggest-x-factor?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jaxon Wynder</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knd14ykjxg</guid><description>There’s no doubt the Utah Jazz are one of the most interesting teams as we head into the offseason.  They have an All-Star scorer in Lauri Markkanen, a former D</description><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 20:34:42 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4675,h_2629,x_0,y_108/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01knd2z2mv7pvsvyjdv2.jpg" caption="Mar 2, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz forward Brice Sensabaugh (28) warms up before the game against the Denver Nuggets at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Peter Creveling-Imagn Images | Peter Creveling-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jaxon Wynder"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz have Kings to thank for putting them in perfect draft position</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-kings-thank-putting-perfect-draft-position?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knbnysqjta</guid><description>The Utah Jazz have done everything to strengthen their odds of keeping their lottery pick away from the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Sacramento Kings just gave them a big boost. No one knows exactly why.</description><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7389,h_4156,x_327,y_214/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01knbp2fsnrypx7h2nkd.jpg" caption="Feb 18, 2023; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Domantas Sabonis (left) and Lauri Markkanen react during NBA All-Star Game practice at Huntsman Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Kennedy Chandler is making the most of his second chance with the Jazz</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/kennedy-chandler-making-most-second-chance-jazz?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jaxon Wynder</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knaqvp3xjx</guid><description>Second chances are few and far between in the NBA. For Kennedy Chandler, he’s showing why he deserves a spot on an NBA roster with his current stint with the Ja</description><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 23:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2523,h_1419,x_0,y_142/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01knaqynb6gsxpt2j3w6.jpg" caption="Mar 21, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard Kennedy Chandler (0) passes the ball against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jaxon Wynder"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz have an obvious decision to make if Cam Boozer falls to them</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-obvious-decision-make-cam-boozer-falls-them?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Dan Lower</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knajg38drs</guid><description>The Utah Jazz will have a high lottery pick in this year&#39;s NBA Draft. And with that comes the ability to select a franchise-altering talent, regardless of posit</description><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 22:37:18 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5042,h_2836,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01knanfrv0jd3mwewy3n.jpg" caption="Mar 29, 2026; Washington, DC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cameron Boozer (12) grabs the ball in front of UConn Huskies forward Jaylin Stewart (3) in the first half during an Elite Eight game of the East Regional of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images | Amber Searls-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Dan Lower"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz look smarter by the day as JJJ trade stopped them from failed pursuit</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-look-smarter-day-jjj-trade-stopped-failed-pursuit?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knae5nvmtc</guid><description>It was definitely shocking at first, but it made immediate sense why the Utah Jazz acquired Jaren Jackson Jr.. 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Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images | Sam Navarro-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>1 Specific Cody Williams improvement has caught Zach Lowe&#39;s attention</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/specific-cody-williams-improvement-caught-zach-lowe-attention?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn86rvm1s6</guid><description>Cody Williams&#39; name is making the rounds, only this time for the exact opposite reason it did last season. The Utah Jazz sophomore has been so good in one particular that even Zach Lowe gave him some props!</description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 23:42:30 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2585,h_1454,x_1019,y_107/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kn870pd090gzfrt3qq.jpg" caption="Mar 15, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Utah Jazz forward Cody Williams (5) reacts towards his bench after making a three-point basket against the Sacramento Kings during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Lee-Imagn Images | Dennis Lee-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz will have another Ace Bailey situation if they draft Darryn Peterson</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-will-have-another-ace-bailey-situation-darryn-peterson?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn7w6s6j75</guid><description>A recent mock draft has the Utah Jazz taking Darryn Peterson, a risk with how many concerns have emerged about him. The Jazz should pay no heed to that because Ace Bailey also had concerns.</description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:45:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4676,h_2630,x_337,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kn7wk2y3frjp1832n2.jpg" caption="Kansas Jayhawks guard Darryn Peterson (22) looks to the referee after getting a foul called against him as they play the ASU Sun Devils at Desert Financial Arena in Tempe on March 3, 2026. | Joe Rondone/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jazz&#39;s AJ Dybantsa-tampering allegation is more credible than you think</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/jazz-aj-dybantsa-tampering-allegation-more-credible-you-think?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt John</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn5rmrr18m</guid><description>Recently, Doug Gottlieb went on the record saying that if the Utah Jazz get AJ Dybantsa that it will go down as the most blatant tampering ever. 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Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images | Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Important goal is within reach for the Utah Jazz</title><link>https://thejnotes.com/important-goal-within-reach-utah-jazz?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Dan Lower</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn5e10y6sk</guid><description>The Utah Jazz season is winding to a close, and with it, the hopes of Jazz fans everywhere are contingent on the final two weeks of games. Namely, that they acc</description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 23:10:40 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5968,h_3357,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kn5gky3s42x5y29jvm.jpg" caption="Jun 25, 2025; Brooklyn, NY, USA;  General view after the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. 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He actually had a pretty big test for the Utah Jazz in his first season, and it&#39;s become clear he not only passed, but he exceeded expectations.</description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:26:26 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2050,h_1153,x_657,y_307/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/123/01kn3z704ns7tjw4dm4p.jpg" caption="Jan 20, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard Ace Bailey (19) reacts after making a three point basket against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt John"></flatplan:author></item></channel></rss>