#utah-jazz

#utah-jazz

Noah Clowney delivered another breakout performance with 29 points and career highs in free throws made (10) and attempted (12), but it still wasn't enough. The Utah Jazz surged in the fourth quarter to snap Brooklyn's two-game win streak and send the Nets to 5-17 after a 123-110 win. And for most of the night, it looked like Brooklyn had done enough to extend that streak.

"I can fit in with anybody," James said. "I don't even understand why that was a question."

Hats off to Markkanen for making the most of his situation in Utah. He was a key piece in the Donovan Mitchell trade to Cleveland back in the 2022 offseason, and the Finnish sharpshooter surprised everyone by stepping into the role of Utah's franchise player right away. Markkanen would, of course, be awarded the Most Improved Player award and earn an All-Star selection during his breakout in 2023. That season, he averaged nearly 26 points on 49.9% shooting from the field, 39.1% from three, and also grabbed 8.6 rebounds.

Kyle Filipowski became the first Utah Jazz player to earn most valuable player honors in the NBA Summer League, averaging 29.3 points, 7.7 rebounds over three games.

Frank Layden made a lasting impact on the Jazz, the state of Utah, and the NBA. There will never be another like him. Rest easy, Coach.

The Clippers have loaded up in the frontcourt, adding Brook Lopez, Yanic Konan Niederhauser and Collins this offseason. Collins averaged 19.0 points and 8.2 rebounds last season on 52.7 percent shooting.

Ainge's track record with Boston will be challenged in Utah, where the Jazz have a long way to go after a disappointing past season.

"Will is a great leader, communicator, and ambassador for our org, and is a tremendous partner to Danny [CEO Danny Ainge], JZ [GM Justin Zanek], and me."