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Utah Jazz Fans and the Jimmer Fredette Civil War

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Jimmer Fredette and the Phoenix Suns came to town and everyone’s REAL UPSET.

The Utah Jazz are winding down the 2018 – 2019 season with a schedule equivalent to a nice downhill coast on your favorite bike. Part of that schedule included a game against the tanking Phoenix Suns and their newest signee, former BYU star Jimmer Fredette.

Fredette recently returned to the NBA after two years playing professionally in China for the Yao Ming-owned Shanghai Sharks. In just his second game with the Phoenix Suns, the former international star found himself near his old stomping grounds in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Jimmer finally entered the game to start the second quarter. The crowd, obviously filled with BYU fans who made the 35 minute drive to the arena, gave the former local a standing ovation. The crowd would go on to cheer each and every time he touched the basketball.

Jimmer’s Time in Utah

In case any of you have forgotten, these were the guy’s numbers/highlights while he was a senior at Brigham Young University:

Utah Jazz Jimmer Fredette

Now, while I know many of you were on the red side of things during this time, you still have to admit this is some exciting stuff. If the dude had come from your school, you’d still be cheering for him too.

Or not. I guess we’ll find out Wednesday when former University of Utah star Kyle Kuzma returns…

Utah Jazz Fans at Vivint Smart Home Arena React Live to Jimmer Fredette

Like I said before, if you were alive and in Utah in 2010 or 2011, you had to give the guy some respect. Apparently this respect has lasted, however, as the crowd reacted like this basically any time Fredette touched the ball:

Utah Jazz and Phoenix Suns Players React to Jimmer Fredette’s Warm Welcome

Here’s what the guys on the floor had to say:

Utah Jazz Fans React to Jimmer Fredette on Twitter

People weren’t happy and also feeling themselves PRETTY hard…

Why do Utah Jazz Fans love Jimmer Fredette so much?

I’ll do my best to explain it below…

Jimmer Fredette poses zero threat to the Utah Jazz

Everyone’s getting all mad that we cheered so loud for the guy. The team was up by 30 and the game was getting unwatchable. If it’s a two-point game, I’ll make sure you feel my support, Jazz players. But when you’re already planning your postgame meal in the third quarter, let me cheer for my guy.

Jimmer is All of Us

Jimmer is a six-foot unathletic white guy who absolutely and unequivocally dominated college basketball while playing for a disadvantaged Brigham Young University team. The things he was able to do while going up against the likes of Kawhi Leonard and other future NBA stars is almost unbelievable.

Jazz Nation Identifies with Perpetual Underdogs

The Utah Jazz are perpetual underdogs. Nobody around the leagues cares if we succeed. We’re just a small market nobody who always has to fight for the attention we so rightly deserve. Jimmer Fredette is the same.

What did this whole thing tell us about the Utah Jazz?

In conclusion, I believe our biggest takeaway from this entire experience is that the game of basketball can kind of get away from us at time.

Do we really need to look THIS deeply into every aspect of a player we used to love getting another shot in the NBA? And where does this kind of stuff end?

WE ARE LITERALLY FIGHTING OTHER JAZZ FANS OVER JIMMER FREDETTE.

And frankly, it’s pretty damn weak.

Always try to remember the wise words of Abraham Lincoln:

A house divided against itself, cannot stand.

What are we going to do if Russell Westbrook comes back to town? How will we react if Donovan misses a game-winner in round one?

Will it be with hatred and cowardly online harassment toward those who generally share our same beliefs and values?

As a lifelong Utah Jazz fan, I hope we’re better than this. If something as minuscule as JIMMER FREDETTE RETURNING TO THE NBA is causing this kind of backbiting, do we even deserve any kind of success?

If it continues at the rate it’s at, we might as well pack up the whole team.

Game 17 Takeaways – Utah Jazz at Indiana Pacers

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Takeaways – Utah Jazz at Indiana Pacers

Road-weary Jazz can’t find the energy to oust Oladipo-less Pacers.

The Utah Jazz played their final game of a tough road trip Monday night, facing off against the Indiana Pacers. This was the first game for the Jazz since they beat Boston for the second time this season.

Prior to the game, it was made known that Indiana star Victor Oladipo would not be playing due to a sore right knee. Tyreke Evans was given the start in his place, and the fresh/energetic Pacers never looked back.

Utah’s dismal, uninspired performance was obvious from the beginning. Utah leaves Indiana with another loss, 121 – 94.

Watch the full game highlights below:

Quick Notes – Utah Jazz at Indiana Pacers

Earth’s Gravity Must Be… Different… This Year

You know how the movie Interstellar explains how gravity affects the speed of time (or something like that… truth is I’m still a little confused)?

That’s what’s happening to the Jazz, right?

Utah got off to yet another slow start Monday night in Indiana. Remember when Utah was obliterated in the first quarter against Philadelphia and Dallas?

This looked a whole lot like that.

Why is it so hard to start for this team? Why is there such a serious lack of urgency on both sides of the ball?

My theory is that this team had too much hype going into the season. While there’s nothing wrong with believing in yourself and having confidence in your team’s abilities, there’s something about having that chip on your shoulder that makes you hustle.

I think that’s part of what Quin and Dennis are trying to build in Utah, a group of underdogs with a chip on their shoulder. Take that culture away and what are you left with?

Underdogs who don’t feel like underdogs.

What is an underdog who doesn’t play like an underdog?

Bad at basketball.

Wearing The Opponents Colors

Who is in charge of deciding when and where the Utah Jazz will be wearing what jersey and how far in advance is that planned?

I just can’t, for the life of me, understand why we were wearing what looked like the INDIANA PACERS WARMUP JERSEYS when playing the Pacers in Indianapolis.

It looked like Indiana was playing itself. While this may not be the entire reason Utah lost, it couldn’t have HELPED.

Seriously, though. Let’s think ahead.

Who’s Night Is It To Play Well?

We’ve seen how the Jazz can play when everyone is doing what they are supposed to. The first matchup against Boston was a good example, with five players scoring over 20 points on the night for the Jazz.

Unfortunately, that hasn’t been a common theme this season.

Right now, it seems as though Utah can only get one of it’s players to play well each night. Tonight, it was Ricky Rubio. Unfortunately, Ricky doesn’t play this well like 85% of the time.

When are we going to start to see Utah put together complete nights from multiple players on a consistent basis?

The real question is, will that be something we see at all this year?

Prop Results – Utah Jazz at Indiana Pacers

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Winner:

Kelby Jones (5.5)

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GAME 16 Takeaways – Utah Jazz at Boston Celtics

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GAME 16 Takeaways – Utah Jazz at Boston Celtics

Jazz beat Celtics for second time this week (or so it seems), but this time in Boston.

The Utah Jazz went into Boston Saturday night to face the Celtics for the second time in eight days. The Jazz were looking to pull to .500 on their most recent road trip after falling to Dallas and Philadelphia earlier in the week.

However, Kyrie Irving was playing for Boston this time around, which made it an entirely different ball game.

The game went a lot like the first matchup in Salt Lake City, with the Jazz building a lead and then, perhaps more surprisingly, being able to hold onto it as the game moved on. Irving found himself in foul trouble early, and the Jazz were able to remain undefeated against Boston this year, escaping with the 98 – 86 victory.

Watch full game highlights below:

GAME 16 Takeaways – Utah Jazz at Boston Celtics

Quick Notes

#1 | Four Quarters of Solid Basketball

The Utah Jazz seem to have this issue where they can’t put an entirely solid game of basketball together.

For one reason or another, it seems like the team can play three quarters as well as any team in the league, but the remaining quarter is what ends up blowing up in their face.

Things were different in Boston, however, as the Jazz were able to maintain consistency throughout the duration and retain a lead throughout the game.

What changed? Not sure, but the following points couldn’t have hurt…

#2 | Donovan Remains Hot

As often happens with the Utah Jazz, when the team has a good game overall, usually their best player has a good game as well.

Donovan Mitchell finally got things rolling towards the end of Friday’s game in Philadelphia. That continued into Boston, as the sophomore tallied 28 points and 6 assists, which is a little bit better than shooting 35 times with 0 assists…

Has Donovan finally found the happy medium between keeping the ball in his hands as often as possible and getting teammates involved?

For the season’s sake, I hope so.

#3 | Speaking of Donovan

#4 | A Good Fit?

As I’ve been watching the Jazz play this season, it seems to me they may still be one piece away from taking things to the next level.

As I’ve thought about the league, I’ve determined the Jazz need a more solid stretch big man. Right now, Derrick is doing a great job, but the fact of the matter is that he’s a five, not a four. He’s playing out of position, and sometimes it just looks awkward.

I’m wondering how many of you believe Al Horford may be a good fit with the Jazz? Big guy who can shoot. We could bring him in as the starting four with Derrick coming in off the bench to give Rudy breathers.

Thoughts?

GAME 16 Takeaways – Utah Jazz at Boston Celtics

Prop Results

Winner:

Tie – Ryan Van Dorn (4.5) and Andy Allred (3)

GAME 16 Takeaways – Utah Jazz at Boston Celtics

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GAME 15 Takeaways – Utah Jazz at Philadelphia 76ers

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GAME 15 Takeaways - Utah Jazz at Philadelphia 76ers

GAME 15 Takeaways – Utah Jazz at Philadelphia 76ers

Jazz rally late, but fall just short of the comeback.

The Utah Jazz continued their most recent road trip Friday night in Philadelphia. The matchup was the first for Utah since losing in Dallas on Wednesday by… 50 points.

Jimmy Butler, recently traded from Minnesota, was also making his home debut for Philly, which was just one of many story lines included in this game. Donovan Mitchell and Ben Simmons were last year’s top “rookies,” with Simmons taking home the ROY award. Rudy Gobert and Joel Embiid were also matching up as two of the best big men in the game.

Things started out looking like the Dallas game wasn’t far enough away in the rear view mirror, with the Jazz falling behind quick. Luckily, Donovan Mitchell began putting it together towards the end of the game.

Unfortunately, it wasn’t enough for Utah as the Jazz come up just short on the road 113 – 107.

Watch full game highlights below:

GAME 15 Takeaways – Utah Jazz at Philadelphia 76ers

Quick Notes

#1 | Tortoise Loses in a Sprint

The Utah Jazz have been getting off to some seriously slow starts as of late. It’s seriously to the point that if you don’t get to the game within the first three minutes of action, chances are you’ll be watching a comeback victory (if the victory comes at all).

The score after one quarter in Philly?

As we now know, Utah would be able to tie the game and even take the lead late, but still fell.

What happens if the Jazz are able to figure out their first quarter woes and aren’t being forced to overcome such seemingly insurmountable odds each and every game?

I think we win a few more…

#2 | Philly the New Pistons?

When Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls were running rampant all over the NBA in the 1990’s, there was a team who was almost able to take them down.

The team? Detroit Pistons.

How were they able to do this? Sheer physicality.

Nowadays, the eastern conference is a little bit unpredictable. You never know who the best teams will be, who will surprise who in the playoffs, etc.

But after playing the 76ers, it felt a little bit like they were trying to use their physical play (you know, fouling…) to beat down the opponent.

Being a physical team is fine and all, but Philadelphia may want to think about how many people remember the Pistons beating Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls.

The answer? No one.

#3 | Donovan Forced to Take Over

Donovan Mitchell had 35 shot attempts and ZERO assists in this game.

Now, many people game Donovan crap for this, since the last person to complete this feat was the legendary Carmelo Anthony in 2007, I believe.

I saw it a little differently, however.

At a certain point, I saw Donovan realize he had to do something… ANYTHING to get his team going. It was in the second quarter, and you could tell that the team was in this sort of “funk,” and there was no telling when they’d find their way out.

Donovan put his head down, and started hustling.

Yelling at his teammates. Screaming for the ball. Getting to the rim and finishing with the contact.

Spida made his presence known.

PLUS, how can you get assists when literally nobody on your team can make a shot?

Look for Spida’s form to continue into Boston Saturday night.

GAME 15 Takeaways – Utah Jazz at Philadelphia 76ers

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Winner:

Kelby Jones (4.5)

GAME 15 Takeaways – Utah Jazz at Philadelphia 76ers

About The Jazz Fan Show

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It’s Not ‘Too Early’ for the Utah Jazz | via JabberJazz.com

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It’s Not 'Too Early' for the Utah Jazz

It’s Not ‘Too Early’ for the Utah Jazz

By Adam Bushman (via JabberJazz.com)

“You are who your record says you are.”

“You’re only as good as the teams you beat.”

“If you wanna be the best, you gotta beat the best.”

These classic sports refrains have long been used to motivate, encourage, and propel teams and players alike to rise to the occasion and defeat a superior opponent. The power in these statements lie in the message that proving yourself in the moment your back is against the wall elevates you to a level you had yet to achieve.

The Utah Jazz entered the 2018-19 season with high expectations. Fans were anxious at the thought of challenging Houston for the 2nd Seed in the West and potentially arriving at the Western Conference Finals.

Fans weren’t the only ones hyped for this year. Donovan Mitchell penned the following words this off-season to Jazz fans in a Players’ Tribune article:

“Hopefully the next time we hang out at the airport, we’ll bring a trophy.”

Having just been awarded DPOY this summer, Rudy Gobert didn’t hold back his expectations, saying:

“I truly believe we’re going to win [a] championship.”

Like it or not, this is the bar and everyone wants to see measurable progress towards it.

Tough Early Season Schedule for the Utah Jazz

The Utah Jazz have endured a tough schedule to open the season. A combination of road trips, back to back games, injuries to star players, and off shooting nights have led to a slow start.

With a 6-6 record, the Utah Jazz remain afloat. The phrase “It’s early” has almost become a second slogan for this year’s Jazz as media personnel and fans remind themselves not to blow anything out of proportion.

On the other hand, it doesn’t matter when you lose, but to whom and how.

Memphis, Golden State, Minnesota, Toronto, and Denver have all secured wins against Utah to open the year. What’s the common thread between them? They are all good teams…some, even great.

Who Have the Utah Jazz Beaten?

Many sports analysts ask the question “Who have you beaten?” to judge a team’s trajectory. The Jazz’s only wins have come against bad teams or good teams without their star player. This paints a worrisome picture.

It is also important to note how the Utah Jazz have fallen to these opponents. You’d expect a defensive minded team like the Jazz to lose despite their stifling defense. Unfortunately, that’s not the case. In only one loss did the Jazz perform better than average defensively.

It appears the Jazz have lost their identity to some degree. For whatever reason, they are not the same defensive team as last year. If the Jazz aren’t a defensive team first, who are they?

Though the outlook seems dull and the future less than bright, all hope is not lost. The optimists are still correct: it’s still early in the season and the back half of the schedule is light. Come February and March, the Utah will have many opportunities to make up ground.

In fact, the Utah Jazz aren’t far off pace for a 50 win season. FiveThirtyEight, a renowned predictions source for sports and politics, currently projects a 52 win season.

However, should the Jazz continue to wilt before the good and great teams this year, a record sporting 50 wins will likely be hollow. Don’t underestimate the value of wins against the league’s elite; it’s the very measuring stick the Jazz must use to determine their greatness.

“If you wanna be the best, you gotta beat the best.”

“You’re only as good as the teams you beat.”

“You are who your record says you are.”

About The Jazz Fan Show

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The show began in an attempt to create more content around the Utah Jazz for the fans to enjoy.

Thus, our goal has been to contact and bring together as many die-hard Utah Jazz fans as we can, and we’re having a great time doing it!

If you or someone you know love the Utah Jazz, contact us today for a chance to come on the show and discuss what it means to you to be a Utah Jazz fan!

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Game 13 Takeaways – Utah Jazz at Memphis Grizzlies

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Game 13 Takeaways – Utah Jazz at Memphis Grizzlies

‘Headband Joe’ and the Gang finally beat those pesky bears.

The Utah Jazz began another week-long road trip by playing a familiar foe Monday night in Memphis. This was the third matchup this season between the two organization, with the Grizzlies already owning a 2-0 record over the Jazz, stealing two in Salt Lake City.

This game seemed to be going down the same path as the first two of the season. The Jazz opened up a small lead, which disappeared in almost an instance in the second half.

However, after all was said and done, it looked like the Jazz finally learned from their mistakes. Road teams remain undefeated in this season series, as the Jazz start the road trip off the right way getting a W in Memphis 96 – 88.

Watch the full game highlights below:

Game 13 Takeaways – Utah Jazz at Memphis Grizzlies

Quick Notes

#1 | #HeadbandJoe, Obviously

Game 13 Takeaways - Utah Jazz at Memphis Grizzlies

All hail #Headband Joe.

Look at the dude. He’s got blood running down his neck and chest, just absolutely destroying any chances of that jersey being re-wearable.

But really, the guy played great and really set the tone for the Jazz. His play really could be the reason we were able to get that victory at all.

Let me explain…

#2 | I Finally Figured It Out…

So I know everyone’s always saying the strength of the team is the team and all that, but the reality is that Utah matches up against some teams better than it does others.

I know. This is some seriously innovative analysis, right?

But I think the reason we have so much trouble with Memphis is the fact that Gasol plays Rudy so well, and Conley completely shuts Ricky Rubio down.

Those two positions are Memphis’ strong points. Unfortunately, they are also the Jazz.

Add that to the fact Memphis plays less like bears and more like snails, and you’ve got yourself a perfect recipe for a Jazz loss.

The way to combat this is to get increased production from your other positions. Players like Derrick Favors and the before-mentioned Joe Ingles have to have big games in these scenarios if the Jazz stand a chance.

Case and point: Monday night.

#3 | GTYH: Who’s taking a free throw to save your life?

The Jazz actually shot north of 75% from the free throw line against Memphis, which unfortunately, is higher than they’re probably used to.

Right now, the Jazz free throw shooting, or lack thereof, is one of my biggest surprises from this season. And it’s not like the Jazz aren’t getting the attempts…

They’re leading the league in FTA!

Look for our FT% to go up as we begin get even more into the flow of things… and with it, hopefully our win total.

#4 | Vivint’s “Home” Commercials and Why I’m Uncomfortable

We’ve all seen the commercials. And sure, they make us feel all warm inside, but should they?

Why am I asking this, you ask?

Donovan’s driving a sports car.

SOMEBODY GET THIS GUY A TRUCK, ASAP!

#5 | The Dante Exum Conundrum

Do you love Dante Exum, hate him, or just feel medium about him?

Look for a twitter poll this week…

Game 13 Takeaways – Utah Jazz at Memphis Grizzlies

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Andy Allred (2.5)

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Thus, our goal has been to contact and bring together as many die-hard Utah Jazz fans as we can, and we’re having a great time doing it!

If you or someone you know love the Utah Jazz, contact us today for a chance to come on the show and discuss what it means to you to be a Utah Jazz fan!

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Game 12 Takeaways – Utah Jazz vs Boston Celtics

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Game 12 Takeaways - Utah Jazz vs Boston Celtics

Game 12 Takeaways – Utah Jazz vs Boston Celtics

Jazz Survive Furious Boston Comeback in Hayward’s Return.

Gordon Hayward returned to Utah for the first time as a Boston Celtic Friday night to take on his former team. Jazz fans (The Jazz Fan Show included) have undoubtably circled this game on the schedule as “must watch” since Hayward was unable to play in last year’s game due to… that whole…. leg… snapping in half…. ordeal.

Utah held a big lead late in the game, but Boston mounted a furious comeback to bring it close near the end. Luckily for Jazz fans, Utah was able to fend off the Celtics, and an incredibly sad-looking Gordon Hayward, to win its second straight at home 123-115.

Watch the full game highlights below:

Game 12 Takeaways – Utah Jazz vs Boston Celtics

Quick Notes

#1 | I Feel… Shortchanged

I obviously had a lot of feelings in regards to Gordon Hayward returning to Utah for the first time to face the team he… shortchanged years before.  In fact, I even went as far as refusing to say the guy’s name (instead, I referred to him as Voldemort).

So, needless to say, when I thought about G-Time’s return, I expected to be so furious that going to the game wasn’t even an option for me. The truth is, and I’m not proud of this, I was scared I may whip a battery at GH from the stands during a rage blackout where I’m screaming “YOU WANT TO PLAY IN BOSTON?! I’LL GIVE YOU BOSTON!”… or something like that.

I am reminded of The Count of Monte Cristo’s Alexandre Dumas:

“How did I escape? With difficulty. How did I plan this moment? With pleasure.”

― Alexandre Dumas, The Count of Monte Cristo

However, after all was said and done, I can honestly say I feel genuinely sorry for the guy. He’s obviously not back to where he was, or even close. Can you blame him, though? There must be some PTSD inside of him from that, right?

But even more important, and surprising, was how robbed I felt of the joy that would have filled my soul had the Jazz beat a Celtics team with a fully-healthy Gordon Hayward throwing everything he had at us.

But what was I expecting? Satisfaction?

Unfortunately, Alexandre Dumas warned me of this:

“Fool that I am,” said he,”that I did not tear out my heart the day I resolved to revenge myself”.”

― Alexandre Dumas, The Count of Monte Cristo

Please heed my warnings, Jazz fans: Revenge is never as satisfying as you think it’ll be.

Let us all move on from this embarrassment. Instead of dwelling on our dreadful past, let us focus on our rich and blessed future:

 

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#2 | Joe the Jazz Man

Why do we love Joe Ingles so much in Utah?

Perhaps it’s because he is an underdog, and in Utah, we identify with underdogs because that’s what we’ve always been.

So when Joe Ingles goes off for 27 against his former teammate (tying a career-high), it makes my heart happy.

I say we just guarantee him an assistant spot the second he retires. Anyone object?

#3 | Jae the Jazz Man

Jae Crowder is another underdog who I’ve come to love watching during his time as a Jazz Man.

Two seasons ago, while playing for the Celtics, Jae was visibly upset following a game against the Jazz because Boston’s home-crowd was cheering for Gordon more than their own players.

Eventually the Celtics traded him to a systemless Cleveland team last season in the deal that brought Kyrie in.

This had to be tough for the man after losing his mother and playing such a big part in a very special season for the Celtics.

Well, Jae, there’s no need to worry anymore, my friend. You’re a Jazz Man now.

Congrats on one helluva win.

(Photo by Melissa Majchrzak/NBAE via Getty Images)

#4 | The Future vs The Past

Every time Donovan got the ball and the defense switched so GH was guarding him, the crowd began screaming for him to take it to the hole.

This was just really interesting for me. I’d never seen it so obviously noticeable before.

#5 | Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas

Friday around lunch time, I began the drive from Salt Lake to Las Vegas along with my wife, my buddy Chase and his girlfriend Jess. We arrived in Las Vegas around the beginning of the second quarter, found the nearest sports bar and settled in for the night.

It’s important to note that I was wearing a throwback Karl Malone jersey and a Utah Jazz hat. My wife had a Jazz shirt on, my buddy Chase was also rocking a throwback John Stockton jersey (because John wouldn’t have been John without Karl and vice-versa and so on…).

During the remainder of the game, I had around five strangers walk up to me to talk about the team, Donovan Mitchell, Joe Ingles and, of course, Gordon Hayward.

To be honest, our exchanges were all rather pleasant. People in Las Vegas seem to be pretty generally on board with how our team is shaping up.

I’m not really sure why I’m including this other than to make this point: I repped the Jazz in Las Vegas and people respected it.

Well, for the most part. There were the hand full of Celtics fans paying to have Irish rock music playing on the juke box and giving us dirty looks the entire time.

Scoreboard, Ireland.

Scoreboard.

Game 12 Takeaways – Utah Jazz vs Boston Celtics

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Game 12 Takeaways - Utah Jazz vs Boston Celtics

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Tie: Kelby(.5)  and Andy (.5)

About The Jazz Fan Show

The Jazz Fan Show is a podcast and blog focusing on all things Utah Jazz. Founded by Ryan Van Dorn and Kelby Jones in September of 2018.

Listen to the show Sunday mornings from 9:00 – 10:00 AM MST on 1280 AM and 97.5 FM The Zone.

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Why Subscribe to The Utah Jazz Fan Show?

The show began in an attempt to create more content around the Utah Jazz for the fans to enjoy.

Thus, our goal has been to contact and bring together as many die-hard Utah Jazz fans as we can, and we’re having a great time doing it!

If you or someone you know love the Utah Jazz, contact us today for a chance to come on the show and discuss what it means to you to be a Utah Jazz fan!

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Game 09 Takeaways – Utah Jazz at Denver Nuggets

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Game 09 Takeaways - Utah Jazz at Denver Nuggets

Game 09 Takeaways – Utah Jazz at Denver Nuggets

Jazz Fall Apart in 4th Quarter, Move to 4-5 on Season.

The Jazz played the second game of a (second) back-to-back Saturday night in Denver. Utah’s second game in as many nights came against a red-hot Denver Nuggets teams currently 8-1 on the year.

Donovan Mitchell returned for the Utah Jazz after missing the previous game against Memphis with a tight hamstring. Donovan, along with three other Jazz players (mentioned below) all experienced injuries at one time or another that looked serious.

Luckily for the Jazz, none of these injuries ended up as bad as they looked. The game, on the other hand, was another story.

Utah Jazz lose their third straight game in Denver 102-88.

Watch the full game highlights below:

Game 09 Takeaways – Utah Jazz at Denver Nuggets

Quick Notes

#1 | Win the Games You SHOULD Win

…and when you lose the games you should lose, nobody will care as much…

I don’t think it’s Threat Level Midnight yet, but there are definitely some Jazz fans panicking.

Should we be panicking? If not, at what point should we?

#2 | A Silver Lining… Of Sorts…

At different points during this game, Rudy Gobert, Joe Ingles, Donovan Mitchell and Dante Exum all looked like they could have sustained serious (potentially season-ending) injuries.

Luckily for the Jazz, each of these players were able to return to the game at some point or another.

My question is how long can these Jazz players take this kind of abuse night in and night out? Was Denver just a fluke game, or is this how teams play the Jazz moving forward?

#3 | A Tale of Four Quarters

Game 09 Takeaways - Utah Jazz at Denver Nuggets

In case you were wondering at what EXACT moment things went back for the Jazz…

#4 | #RememberLastYear

Remember how last year Utah started off really slow, and at one point was in the cellar of the Western Conference?

What happened immediately following that?

Oh that’s right…

Is that what is happening this year also? Is there something to say about players just taking awhile to get back into NBA basketball shape, regardless of what team or teammates they played with the year prior?

When you think about it, all these players went away for the summer, came back, adjusted to the elevation, then went on a huge road trip to cities at or below seal level, then came back to the elevation…

That’s an excuse, but still.

#5 | Looking Ahead

The Jazz have three games this week, two of which they should (probably) lose.

Is Dallas a MUST-WIN game? Are we already seeing a MUST-WIN game this early in the season?

Ugh.

Game 09 Takeaways – Utah Jazz at Denver Nuggets

Prop Results

Probably should mention that none of made any prop picks this game. Trust us, we have a good reason why (we forgot).

Thus, we all have been forced to use the prior game’s picks for this game.

May God help us all.

Game 09 Takeaways - Utah Jazz at Denver Nuggets

Winner

Ryan Van Dorn (4)

About The Jazz Fan Show

The Jazz Fan Show is a podcast and blog focusing on all things Utah Jazz. Founded by Ryan Van Dorn and Kelby Jones in September of 2018.

Listen to the show Sunday mornings from 9:00 – 10:00 AM MST on 1280 AM and 97.5 FM The Zone.

The Jazz Fan Show is also now available in podcast format! Click the links below and subscribe today!

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JazzFanShow.com

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Why Subscribe to The Utah Jazz Fan Show?

The show began in an attempt to create more content around the Utah Jazz for the fans to enjoy.

Thus, our goal has been to contact and bring together as many die-hard Utah Jazz fans as we can, and we’re having a great time doing it!

If you or someone you know love the Utah Jazz, contact us today for a chance to come on the show and discuss what it means to you to be a Utah Jazz fan!

PLUS, listening to The Jazz Fan Show is your best way to get information on upcoming Giveaways, including our first giveaway…

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Game 08 Takeaways – Utah Jazz vs Memphis Grizzlies

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Game 08 Takeaways - Utah Jazz vs Memphis Grizzlies

Game 08 Takeaways – Utah Jazz vs Memphis Grizzlies

Round two ends with the same result as round one…

The Utah Jazz returned from its first full-fledged road trip of the season Wednesday evening. There waiting for them, the Memphis Grizzlies and a shot at redemption after the Jazz flubbed the first matchup between the western conference foes.

Those expecting this game to go differently than the first were disappointed yet again, as the game seemed to follow a similar trajectory. The Jazz fell behind early, but not be enough to cause any real alarm. Eventually, Memphis slowed things down to a screeching halt and a last-chance attempt for a come back falls just short.

Memphis ends up leaving Salt Lake City with a second win against the Utah Jazz 110-100.

Watch the full game highlights below:

Game 08 Takeaways – Utah Jazz vs Memphis Grizzlies

Quick Notes

#1 | Free Throws, Free Throws, Free Throws

For my first point, let me present my first article of evidence:

Yep. The Jazz shot 56% from the free throw line.

Free throws seem to have become a bit of an issue for the Utah Jazz this year. It’s getting to the point where I want to buy floor-level seats underneath the hoop just so I can hold up this sign:

I think it will help.

#2 | Donovan and AB Out

Having Donovan out for this game was one thing. But I think we may have missed Alec Burks even more.

Why?

When the Jazz can’t get things going because the other team has slowed things down to a molasses-like pace, Alec Burks is the spark that can ignite the offense.

When Alec Burks is out, this team seems to lack the scoring off the bench that is needed when you face such defensive-minded teams like Memphis.

PS – I recently heard of a trade that could work in the Jazz favor:

Yes or no??

#3 | Jae Crowder in Crunch Time

It seems that when the Jazz get into situations where they need players in the game who they know will come through no matter what, they’ve been relying heavily on one Jae Crowder.

Here’s my question…

How long can the Jazz rely on Jae Crowder in crunch time?

We’ve seen that he can play. We’ve seen that he fits in. But have we seen long-lasting health and consistency from Jae?

Here’s hoping the Jazz can figure out a way to relieve some of that weight which has been placed on Jae’s shoulders.

#4 | Refs and Adjusting Calls Based on Situation

If the refs are calling a game really tight, and it gets to the point where many players have enough fouls to be taken out of the game for fear of ejection, should they stop calling the game so tightly… mid game?

This is a question I’ve been asking myself a lot lately. The rules say no. Emotion says yes.

Maybe this is a good topic for Coach Phil to handle…

#5 | How Good is Memphis Really?

Here’s the truth: Memphis STUNK last season.

It was a well-known fact they were tanking in an attempt to get a good draft pick. PLUS, many of their go-to players were injured and out for the year.

Going into this season, I think many people thought the Grizzlies would be at about the same level, which as we’ve witnessed in Utah, is far from the case.

So how good is Memphis? Will they be able to steal one of the precious playoff spots from Utah?

Game 08 Takeaways – Utah Jazz vs Memphis Grizzlies

Prop Results

Winner

Kelby Jones (2)

About The Jazz Fan Show

The Jazz Fan Show is a podcast and blog focusing on all things Utah Jazz. Founded by Ryan Van Dorn and Kelby Jones in September of 2018.

Listen to the show Sunday mornings from 9:00 – 10:00 AM MST on 1280 AM and 97.5 FM The Zone.

The Jazz Fan Show is also now available in podcast format! Click the links below and subscribe today!

iTunes

Spotify 

JazzFanShow.com

TryDayTrading.com

1280TheZone.com

The Zone Sports Network App

Soundcloud

Why Subscribe to The Utah Jazz Fan Show?

The show began in an attempt to create more content around the Utah Jazz for the fans to enjoy.

Thus, our goal has been to contact and bring together as many die-hard Utah Jazz fans as we can, and we’re having a great time doing it!

If you or someone you know love the Utah Jazz, contact us today for a chance to come on the show and discuss what it means to you to be a Utah Jazz fan!

PLUS, listening to The Jazz Fan Show is your best way to get information on upcoming Giveaways, including our first giveaway…

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SIGNED CUSTOM DONOVAN MITCHELL JERSEY

Game 02 Takeaways – Utah Jazz vs Golden State Warriors

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Utah Jazz vs GSW

Utah Jazz vs Golden State Warriors Part of Entertaining NBA Week 01

The Utah Jazz vs Golden State Warriors game opened up the home schedule for Jazz fans this week. The game was featured on ESPN, marketed as matchup with playoff implications.

The game saw the Jazz jump to a big early lead behind the sharp shooting of Joe Ingles. Ingles finished the game with a career high 27 points in the matchup.

Unfortunately for the home crowd, GSW made the huge comeback. All, of course, capped off by former Jazz man Jonas Jerebko’s last second tip-in off a Kevin Durant miss to seal the game.

The Warriors leave Salt Lake City with the single-point victory, 124-123.

Watch the video below for full game highlights:

Podcast – Jazz Fan Show’s Takeaways from Utah Jazz vs Golden State Warriors

This topic has been discussed on Episode 03 of The Jazz Fan Show, which you can listen to below:

#1 | Joe Ingles AKA “Old Reliable”

After my nerves were finally calm following the Utah Jazz vsGolden State Warriors game, I came out of my rage blackout to realize Joe Ingles led the team in scoring with a career-high 27 points.

Keeping in mind it was somewhere around 1:00 AM at this point, my mind began to settle upon the realization of the possibility of Joe Ingles leading the team in scoring for the year.

Luckily, I was able to fall asleep soon thereafter. BUT, the guy has been the undeniable leader for the team this season.

When the ball is in his hands, my doubts seem to vanish.

I see the pick-and-roll begin to form and I know my man Joe will make sure either he or Rudy get those buckets.

Even when he’s guarding- WAIT.

…I need to stop or this may spiral right into a love poem.

#2 | Refereeing Inconsistencies

One of the main offseason focus points for NBA referees this year was the hold that takes place after a screen.

This was obvious during the first half when The Jazz made it to the free throw line more than 20 times.

However, something at halftime changed the refs minds about the idea. The Jazz found themselves shooting less than 20 free throws in the second half.

I get that emotion and human-error has its place within refereeing. I’m just sick of everybody, including the freaking REFEREES, worshipping this incredibly top-heavy “super team” called the Warriors.

#3 | Expectations for Exum #Alliteration

Dante showed up to play again tonight, which of course, I personally loved to see.

The guy is playing great, and there are even times when I trust him more than Rubio in the PG role.

I’m not saying he should take that starting role from Ricky by any means. I actually prefer him coming off the bench and facing other bench players most of the time.

However, I’ve already become more comfortable with Dante coming in and running the offense. I trust that he can do so.

That being said, please Dante… PLEASE DANTE! You gotta work on not landing so hard, man. I get that it’s the NBA and that happens, but every single time you go to the hole? Maybe take a skydiving class that teaches landing techniques or something?

#4 | Draymond, Draymond, Draymond

I don’t want to waste much energy typing about this clown. Refs have been told to enforce respect for the game, but nothing’s changed for Bozo the clown.

Should’ve been tossed or at least given technical fouls multiple times.

#5 | Jerebko’s Tip = Curse of The Bear?

The man who played the Jazz Bear was let go just prior to the Utah Jazz vs GSW game. The man had played the character for 24 years, receiving the “mascot of the year” award five times in that span, including last season.

When Kevin Durant missed his game-winning shot attempt and Jerebko was standing under the hoop, unchallenged by a single Jazz player, it was almost as if I could see the ghost of the former Jazz Bear sitting on the rim to make sure the shot dropped.

Good one, ghost. Glad we got revenge out of the way early.

About The Jazz Fan Show

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