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Episode Synopsis
Why did the Utah Jazz wait two years to start their rebuild after trading Rudy Gobert and Donovan Mitchell? David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and Jazz NBA Insider, tackles this burning question in the latest Ask LJ edition of Locked On Jazz. He explores the strategic decisions behind holding onto key players like Mike Conley, Lauri Markkanen, and Malik Beasley, and the challenges of maximizing trade value in a competitive NBA landscape. Locke also discusses the potential impact of trades involving Collin Sexton, John Collins, and Jordan Clarkson, and what it means for the team's future.The episode dives into the complexities of NBA trades, examining the Jazz's strategy to acquire young talent like Cam Whitmore and Jeryce Walker. Locke analyzes the team's defensive struggles, highlighting their league-worst turnover percentage and its effect on their defensive rating. With insights into the Jazz's schedule and potential trade scenarios, this episode offers a comprehensive look at the team's current state and future prospects. Are the Jazz poised for a major shakeup, or will they maintain their current roster through the trade deadline?0:00 Intro2:42 Jazz Rebuild Discussion5:17 Player Trade Value7:20 Failed Trade Attempts14:35 Keyonte's Performance15:38 Trade Targets18:43 Trade Challenges21:46 Potential Trade Scenarios24:21 Trade Deadline Predictions26:24 Jazz Rebuild Status27:59 League Expansion Impact29:00 Jazz Schedule and Draft30:01 Defensive Rating AnalysisLocked On Jazz Podcast 💻 https://www.lockedonjazz.netFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOJazz?sid=YouTubeLocked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBAFollow David Locke on Twitter:📲 https://twitter.com/DLocke09#NBA #UtahJazz #WillHardy #DannyAinge #jordanclarkson #laurimarkkanen Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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