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SNAPPING - Locke tries to bring REASON to FRUSTRATION of Utah Jazz fans

Locked On Jazz - Daily Podcast On The Utah Jazz
Locked On Jazz - Daily Podcast On The Utah Jazz
Episode • May 16 • 34m

David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and Jazz NBA Insider, tackles the aftermath of the NBA Draft Lottery and its impact on the Jazz's future. He addresses fan reactions, analyzes the team's draft position, and explores the value of tanking in the current NBA landscape. Locke examines the development of young players like Keyonte George and Taylor Hendricks, while considering potential draft prospects such as Ace Bailey and VJ Edgecombe.

The episode dives into the Indiana Pacers' successful rebuilding model and questions whether it could be replicated by other teams. Locke discusses the challenges of evaluating young talent, the importance of veteran leadership, and the potential for future trades. He also touches on the upcoming draft's depth and the Jazz's options for roster improvement, offering insights into the team's long-term strategy and the balancing act between developing young talent and pursuing immediate success.

0:00 Intro
5:12 Analyzing recent NBA draft results
10:50 Is tanking worth it for NBA teams?
15:28 Comparing tanking to Pacers' competitive model
20:36 Impact of Hendricks injury on Jazz rebuild
25:43 Evaluating young Jazz players' development

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