URGENT: Jeremiah Fears in SHOWDOWN for Jazz's No. 5 Pick | Will Utah GAMBLE on Young Point Guard?

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URGENT: Jeremiah Fears in SHOWDOWN for Jazz's No. 5 Pick | Will Utah GAMBLE on Young Point Guard?

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David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and Jazz NBA Insider, explores the potential of Jeremiah Fears as the fifth pick in the NBA Draft. Fears, a 6'2.5" point guard with exceptional athleticism and control, showcases NBA-ready skills despite his size. Locke analyzes Fears' statistical performance, comparing him to other top prospects like Ace Bailey, VJ Edgecombe, and Trey Johnson, while highlighting his impressive 42-inch vertical jump and ability to create space.The episode also addresses the Utah Jazz's critical need to reduce turnovers, as the team ranked last in both committing and forcing turnovers last season. Locke examines the evolving importance of turnover differentials in the NBA, citing examples from successful teams like the Oklahoma City Thunder. Additionally, he discusses Asa Newell, a potential 21st pick for the Jazz, evaluating the 6'9" forward's defensive instincts, athleticism, and areas for improvement in ball-handling and shooting.0:00 Intro5:10 Jeremiah Fears: Potential #5 NBA Draft Pick11:51 Jazz's Biggest Issue: Turnovers and Defense18:30 Importance of Shot Volume in Modern NBA24:09 Asa Newell: Potential Jazz Draft Pick at 2131:26 Outro and Upcoming Episode PreviewLocked 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 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!CarGurusBuy or sell your next car today with CarGurus at CarGurus.com to make sure your big deal is the best deal.SKIMSShop SKIMS Mens at SKIMS.com/lockedonnba. Let them know we sent you! After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.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) 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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