However, Markkanen's All-Star case, for as good as he's been through the first 30-plus games of the season, comes down to three critical factors: Markkanen's availability, the success of the Jazz collectively, and the surrounding talent in a loaded Western Conference.

After a hot start offensively boosted by the returns of Lauri Markkanen and Keyonte George, the Jazz struggled to get stops in the third quarter and went cold throughout the final frame. As a result,

Keyonte George got super excited as soon as he found out the Utah Jazz were getting Jusuf Nurkić via trade back in June. Nurkić’s history of playing alongside guys like Damian Lillard, C.J. McCollum and Devin Booker had George thinking about all the possibilities.

3 weeks ago Jayson Tatum named Utah’s Keyonte George as a young player he’s been impressed by: “I’ve been watching so much basketball, I’ve really seen who took the next step, who’s been working on their game. He’s someone that stood out from the rip.” (Via @TheMorrisCode2) https://t.co/s1Z9aQz2r1 pic.twitter.com/OJnpbxhdOl

When she was 11, Paige Anne’s performance at a Utah Jazz game went viral. Now, eight years later, she has again gone viral at a Jazz game — but for a completely different reason.

The Utah Jazz face the Golden State Warriors on January 3, 2026, with the Warriors heavily favored despite playing on a back-to-back. Utah is hampered by significant injuries, including key players out or questionable,

The options were narrowed down to three: remaining as the Utah Hockey Club; the Outlaws; and the Mammoth, which was announced as the winner on May 7. “Tusks up!” is the team’s new slogan, and the light blue, black and white color scheme from the first season was made permanent.

We expect a Boston win, but there is always a chance the Jazz can steal a win if the Celtics disrespect their opponent.

Against the Clippers on New Year’s Day, it only got worse for Hendricks. With an injured Jusuf Nurkic, Hendricks got his chance to start at center, a position that many fans have been clamoring for him to play. In two minutes, Hendricks picked up two quick fouls, prompting Hardy to sub him out.

The Utah Jazz have had some pleasant surprises standing out throughout this season, with one of those being third-year wing Brice Sensabaugh.