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The latest on John Collins' head injury following Anthony Edwards dunk

What is the latest on John Collins' injury? Here is what the Jazz have shared about the big man's status.

Gilbert McGregor

Why Wednesday's Warriors-Jazz game has been postponed

Here is what we know about the postponement of Wednesday's game and what it means moving forward.

Gilbert McGregor

Full rosters revealed for Salt Lake City Summer League

The Sporting News has the full rosters for all four participating teams in this year's Salt Lake City NBA Summer League.

Gilbert McGregor

John Collins-Rudy Gay trade grades: Jazz buy low, Hawks clean up cap sheet

John Collins was traded to the Jazz in exchange for Rudy Gay and a draft pick. Grading the deal for the Hawks and Jazz.

Stephen Noh

Full details of the trade sending John Collins to Utah

After seemingly being involved in trade rumors for years, John Collins is officially on the move.

Gilbert McGregor

Key reasons for Russell Westbrook joining Clippers after Jazz buyout

It turns out Russell Westbrook will finish the 2022-23 season with Los Angeles after all.

Gilbert McGregor

Who is Jazz owner Ryan Smith?

Smith will be a part of the festivities as 2023 NBA All-Star weekend kicks off from Salt Lake City.

Sam Jarden

Does Dwyane Wade own the Jazz?

Since his retirement in 2019, Dwyane Wade has taken on a new challenge as a minority owner of Utah's NBA franchise.

Sam Jarden

The latest on Jakob Poeltl's status for tonight's game

Will Jakob Poeltl be cleared to play on Friday? Here's the latest on his status.

Scott Rafferty

Handing out grades for the Russell Westbrook trade

What grades did the Lakers, Timberwolves and Jazz earn? Let's break down the three-team trade from every angle.

Stephen Noh

Russell Westbrook trade details: Lakers land D'Angelo Russell in three-team deal

The Lakers will send Russell Westbrook to the Jazz in a three-team trade with the Timberwolves.

Kyle Irving

Mitchell receives warm welcome in return to Utah

Four months since being traded to the Cleveland, Donovan Mitchell made his first appearance in Utah tonight.

Benyam Kidane

Donovan Mitchell already making Jazz regret trade with Cavaliers

Perhaps Mitchell needed a change in order to discover this version of himself, but Ainge and the Jazz must be wondering if they pulled the trigger too early.

Jordan Greer

Rookie of the Year Ladder: Banchero, Mathurin in two-man race

Magic forward Paolo Banchero and Pacers guard Bennedict Mathurin are starting to separate themselves from the pack for Rookie of the Year.

Kyle Irving

Do the Timberwolves already regret the Rudy Gobert trade?

Friday's matchup between the Timberwolves and Jazz marks Rudy Gobert's first game in Utah since the blockbuster trade.

Scott Rafferty

How Lauri Markkanen went from glorified role player to All-Star candidate

Markkanen is a great example of how vital fit is for players — and he's found the perfect one in Utah.

Stephen Noh

Northwest Division Preview: Best team, biggest X-factor and more

Will the Nuggets' healthy roster put them at the top, or will the new-look Timberwolves hit their stride and shake up the division standings?

Benyam Kidane

Raptors open preseason slate with NBA Canada Series matchup

The Raptors open their preseason schedule against a Jazz team that has undergone a lot of change.

Scott Rafferty

How Knicks' offers for Donovan Mitchell compared to final trade

It once looked like Donovan Mitchell was destined to be a Knick. What happened?

Scott Rafferty

Did Cavaliers or Jazz win Donovan Mitchell trade?

After months of speculation, Donovan Mitchell and the Jazz finally found an unlikely suitor.

Stephen Noh

How NBA players reacted to shocking Donovan Mitchell trade

Donovan Mitchell joins a Cavaliers team that surpassed expectations in the 2021-22 season.

Scott Rafferty

Cavs land Donovan Mitchell in stunning blockbuster trade

After five seasons in Utah, the Jazz have traded three-time All-Star Donovan Mitchell to the Cavaliers.

Kyle Irving

How RJ Barrett's extension complicates potential Donovan Mitchell trade

RJ Barrett's extension throws a wrench into potential trade talks between the Knicks and Jazz for Donovan Mitchell.

Kyle Irving

Trade for Patrick Beverley could signal more to come from Lakers

After securing a commitment from LeBron James through at least next season, the trade was made with the big picture in mind.

Gilbert McGregor

Raptors, Celtics, Jazz headline eighth NBA Canada Series

2022 preseason games will feature Raptors vs. Jazz in Edmonton (Oct. 2) and Raptors vs. Celtics in Montreal (Oct. 14). Fans can register for exclusive presale ticket access now at NBA.com/CanadaSeries.

NBA.com Staff

Why haven't the Jazz traded Donovan Mitchell to the Knicks?

The Knicks want star power in Madison Square Garden, and the Jazz are looking to add to their growing list of assets. So, why are trade talks at a standstill?

Jordan Greer

What could Raptors offer for Donovan Mitchell?

The Raptors are reportedly among teams that have an interest in Donovan Mitchell. What would they have to give up to get the All-Star guard?

Kyle Irving

Why the Raptors should or shouldn't trade for Donovan Mitchell

The Jazz are listening to offers for Donovan Mitchell. Should the Raptors get involved?

Scott Rafferty

Is Timberwolves' Gobert gamble destined for success or failure?

The Timberwolves are banking on Gobert being the key to them taking the next step. Is it a good gamble?

Scott Rafferty

A look back at Ainge's history of winning star trades

Ainge is always looking for an edge in negotiations and sets the bar extremely high when he is attempting to move a big name.

Jordan Greer

What a Donovan Mitchell trade to Knicks looks like

Acquiring Mitchell would give New York the kind of star power it has desperately craved for years.

Jordan Greer

Lakers, Heat interested in acquiring Beverley

After being included in the Rudy Gobert deal, Patrick Beverley appears to be a "strong trade candidate."

Scott Rafferty

How does Mitchell's status impact Durant sweepstakes?

A Mitchell trade is suddenly on the table. Let's examine which teams could pursue a deal for the three-time All-Star.

Jordan Greer

Could New York make a real play for Mitchell?

A trade that sends Mitchell to New York would make sense, but is there a realistic deal to be made?

Gilbert McGregor

Possible trade destinations for Jazz star Donovan Mitchell

As the Jazz enter the offseason, they face a number of pressing questions, and some will arise surrounding the 25-year-old All-Star.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA world erupts after Rudy Gobert traded by Jazz to Timberwolves in stunning move: 'Well damn Rudy'

The NBA world took notice of Rudy Gobert's trade to Minnesota, with players and personalities letting their thoughts be known.

David Suggs

Brian Windhorst's epic rant predicted the Rudy Gobert trade

Sometimes things make so little sense they end up making perfect sense.

Kevin Skiver

Trade grades: Timberwolves acquire Gobert in blockbuster deal with Jazz

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Timberwolves have acquired three-time Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert in a blockbuster deal with the Jazz.

Kyle Irving

Wolves acquire Gobert in blockbuster deal

The Jazz are trading three-time Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert to the Timberwolves in a deal that involves six players and several first-round picks.

Gilbert McGregor

Latest trade rumor news, projections to acquire Gobert

One of the best defensive players in the NBA could be on his way out of Utah.

Kevin Skiver

Why a Gobert trade does and doesn't make sense for Raptors

According to Ian Begley of SNY, the Raptors would have a "degree of interest" if Rudy Gobert becomes available.

Scott Rafferty

Latest reports on Jazz head coach candidates

The Utah Jazz are casting a wide net of candidates for their head coaching position, interviewing several assistant coaches around the league. here's the latest on their search.

Benyam Kidane

Why did Quin Snyder step down as Jazz's coach?

Snyder compiled a 372-264 record in eight seasons with the Jazz, but his teams never advanced beyond the Western Conference Semifinals.

Jordan Greer

Gobert, Shaq engaged in debate over who would win one-on-one

Rudy Gobert thinks he can lock down Shaq. Big Diesel is convinced he can back down Gobert, no problem.

Kevin Skiver

TSN Originals: At the intersection of sports and the 1992 Los Angeles riots

On April 29, 1992, the Dodgers and Lakers were playing games when Los Angeles exploded in anger, fire, gunshots and more anger following the Rodney King verdicts. The Sporting News put it in a larger perspective.

Bob Hille

Rudy Gobert trade rumors

Another first-round exit could mean the Utah Jazz would shake things up and trade Rudy Gobert.

Ananth Pandian

Will Mitchell (hamstring) be ready for Game 6 vs. Mavericks?

Donovan Mitchell hobbled to the locker room late in the fourth quarter of Game 5 against the Mavericks with a left hamstring issue.

Kyle Irving

How to watch Mavericks vs. Jazz Game 5

The Jazz are back in the series after tying it up 2-2 in Game 4.

Ananth Pandian

Mitchell-to-Gobert game-winner spoils Doncic's return in Game 4

Luka Doncic made his 2022 NBA Playoffs debut in Game 4 after missing the first three games with a calf strain. His return was spoiled by a game-winning alley-oop from Donovan Mitchell to Rudy Gobert.

Kyle Irving

Report: Mavs' Doncic likely to return in Game 4

What is Doncic's status? Here are the latest updates on the three-time All-Star.

Jordan Greer

How to watch Mavericks vs. Jazz Game 4

The Mavericks have built a 2-1 series lead without Luka Doncic. As Dallas' superstar nears his return, can the Jazz figure things out before it's too late?

Gilbert McGregor

What channel is Mavericks vs. Jazz on today? Game 3 TV schedule, live streams, start time for 2022 NBA playoff game

The series is tied 1-1 heading back to Utah for a crucial Game 3.

Nick Metallinos

One Play: Luka Doncic-less Mavericks are giving Jazz defense all-too-familiar NBA Playoff problems

There was one particular way the Mavericks punished the Jazz down the stretch of their Game 2 win. TSN's Scott Rafferty takes a closer look.

Scott Rafferty

What channel is Mavericks vs. Jazz on today? Game 2 TV schedule, live streams, start time for 2022 NBA Playoff game

Here's everything you need to know about Mavericks vs. Jazz, including a full schedule for the first-round series.

Jordan Greer

Luka Doncic injury update: Will Mavericks star play in Game 1 of 2022 NBA Playoffs series vs. Jazz?

Doncic suffered a calf injury in Dallas' regular season finale on Sunday.

Jordan Greer

What channel is Mavericks vs. Jazz on today? Game 1 TV schedule, live streams, start time for 2022 NBA Playoff game

Here's everything you need to know about Mavericks vs. Jazz, including a full schedule for the first-round series.

Jordan Greer

Mavericks vs. Jazz: Predictions, schedule, TV channels, live streams for 1st Round in 2022 NBA Playoffs

The Mavericks are set to face the Jazz in the first round of the 2022 NBA Playoffs.

Gilbert McGregor

Leading contenders for NBA Defensive Player of the Year: Breaking down wide open awards race

Like MVP, this season's DPOY race is going to go down to the wire with a number of players deserving recognition.

Scott Rafferty

NBA community reacts to Spurs' Gregg Popovich breaking all-time coaching wins record

From Pau Gasol to Mark Cuban, the NBA community was quick to congratulate Popovich on making history.

Scott Rafferty

Canadian Round-Up: Historic All-Star Weekend sets up season's final stretch

After a historic All-Star Weekend, a number of the NBA's Canadians stand to play a big role in the final stretch of the 2021-22 season.

Gilbert McGregor

Is Jazz's Donovan Mitchell playing today vs. Suns?

Donovan Mitchell and the Jazz will take on the first-place Suns on Sunday, Feb. 27.

Nick Metallinos

Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell to miss 2022 NBA All-Star Game with non-COVID illness

The Jazz released a statement from Donovan Mitchell on Sunday afternoon, announcing that the star guard will miss the All-Star Game due to an upper respiratory illness.

Kyle Irving

Jazz, Trail Blazers, Spurs NBA trade details: Joe Ingles, Nickeil Alexander-Walker headline three-team deal

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Jazz, Spurs and Trail Blazers have agreed to a three-way deal involving five players and multiple future draft picks.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA Trade Rumors: Biggest buyers and sellers at the 2022 Trade Deadline

A number of teams can be active at the 2022 trade deadline, with the NBA's buyers and sellers emerging as those most likely to make a move.

Gilbert McGregor

Nets drop seventh straight

The Brooklyn Nets continue to slide down the Eastern Conference standings with their seventh consecutive loss, this time losing to the Utah Jazz, 125-102.

Nick Metallinos

Suns extend win streak to ten games

The Phoenix Suns already created history this season, reeling off a franchise-record 18-game win streak and after tonight's 121-111 victory over the Brooklyn Nets, they extend their league-best run to 11 games.

Benyam Kidane

Ingles out for season with torn ACL

Joe Ingles will miss the remainder of the 2021-22 NBA season after an MRI revealed a torn ACL in his left knee.

Benyam Kidane

Games of the week: Embiid vs. Doncic headlines superstar matchups

From Jayson Tatum vs. Jimmy Butler to start the week and Trae Young vs. Luka Doncic to end the week, there are a number of superstar matchups to watch.

Kyle Irving

Booker drops 43 as Suns extend Jazz slump

The 105-97 victory is the Suns' seven straight on the road and eight consecutive overall, improving their league-best record to 39-8.

Yash Matange

Gobert (calf) remains sidelined

Rudy Gobert was forced to miss the final minutes of a close loss due to the injury. Now, he could miss a few of Utah's upcoming games.

Gilbert McGregor

Games of the week: MVP winners go head-to-head

From New York to The Bay, a number of players that have won the league's highest honour will go head-to-head.

Gilbert McGregor

Vinsanity Scale: Grading Westbrook's poster dunk

Russell Westbrook threw down one of the dunks of the year, climbing Rudy Gobert for the highlight-reel play.

Benyam Kidane

NBA honours Dr. King's life and legacy

From pregame addresses to halftime performances, Dr. Martin Luther King was honoured throughout the NBA action on the holiday.

Gilbert McGregor

Viewer's Guide: NBA on MLK Day

Everything you need to know for Monday's 12-game slate.

NBA.com Staff

Jokic continues to post Wilt numbers

Despite a 125-102 loss to the Jazz, Nikola Jokic recorded his ninth triple-double of the season, finishing with 25 points, 15 rebounds and 14 assists. Jokic now moves to seventh on the all-time list behind Wilt Chamberlain.

Nick Metallinos

All-Star Moment: Garland records historic triple-double

Garland became the first Cavaliers player since LeBron James to record a triple-double through three quarters in the last 25 years.

Benyam Kidane

VanVleet's triple-double leads Raps to fifth straight win

VanVleet scored a season-high 37 points, 24 of which came in the third quarter alone, as the Raptors come from 14 down to eventually win comfortably at home.

Yash Matange

Preview: Raptors host shorthanded Jazz

The Raptors have a chance to make it five wins in a row when they take on a Jazz team that will be without four of its top five scorers.

Gilbert McGregor

Gobert enters Health and Safety Protocols

Rudy Gobert is only the second Jazz player to enter the league's health and safety protocols, along with Joe Ingles.

Nick Metallinos

Gobert tests positive for COVID-19

Rudy Gobert is only the second Jazz player to enter the league's health and safety protocols, along with Joe Ingles.

Nick Metallinos

What channel is Jazz vs. Nuggets on tonight?

Two NBA games will be on national TV on Wednesday, starting with Warriors vs. Mavericks and ending with Jazz vs. Nuggets.

Yash Matange

One key stat fueling Jazz's early-season success

The Jazz have long been known as a defensive team, but it's their offense that has been firing on all cylinders to start the season.

Scott Rafferty

Mitchell, Embiid named Players of the Month

The All-Stars take home the honors for the month of December.

NBA.com Staff

Power Rankings: New Year's resolutions for all 30 teams

To ring in the New Year, we're recommending one New Year's resolution for each NBA team.

Kyle Irving

NBA 75: Karl Malone, efficient Mailman

By the 1988-89 season, the Jazz's Karl Malone had blossomed into an NBA All-Star by proving doubters wrong, The Sporting News noted.

Jan Hubbard

The Jazz are in a class of their own offensively

The Jazz will face the Trail Blazers in the Bell Game of the Week, which you can catch on Wednesday at 10:00 p.m. ET on TSN.

Scott Rafferty

Who is the all-time NBA Christmas Day scoring leader?

As LeBron James continues to add to his tally, have a look at the top 10 all-time scoring leaders on Christmas Day, three of whom are still active.

Gilbert McGregor

City Edition uniforms take holiday spotlight

The Christmas Day uniform is no more but each team slated to play on Christmas Day in 2021 has made specific sartorial choices for the holiday. Here is a list of the head-to-head uniform matchups.

Gilbert McGregor

Complete guide to NBA Christmas 2021

Below, find all you need to know about NBA Christmas Day 2021, from how to watch to which superstars will be active.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA Christmas Day 2021: Betting odds, lines, point spreads and over/unders

Christmas is the marquee day on the NBA regular season schedule and this year's slate does not disappoint with matchups between Hawks-Knicks, Celtics-Bucks, Suns-Warriors, Lakers-Nets and Mavericks-Jazz.

Kyle Irving

NBA's 'City Edition' uniforms take holiday spotlight

The Christmas Day uniform is no more but each team slated to play on Christmas Day in 2021 has made specific sartorial choices for the holiday. Here is a list of the head-to-head uniform matchups.

Gilbert McGregor

What channel is Jazz vs. Mavericks on tonight?

The final game on the 2021 Christmas Day slate sees Donovan Mitchell and the Jazz host the Mavericks.

Benyam Kidane

What time are the Christmas NBA games?

The NBA Christmas Day slate includes five matchups: Hawks-Knicks, Celtics-Bucks, Warriors-Suns, Lakers-Nets and Mavericks-Jazz.

Kyle Irving

NBA Christmas Day predictions

Christmas Day is here with five blockbuster games on deck! Our Sporting News Staff give their predictions for the marquee day.

Benyam Kidane

Complete guide to NBA Christmas 2021

Below, find all you need to know about NBA Christmas Day 2021, from how to watch to which superstars will be active.

Gilbert McGregor

Power Rankings: A gift for all 30 teams

In celebration of Christmas Day, we're handing out a gift to each team in the NBA in this week's Power Rankings.

Scott Rafferty

Power Rankings: Handing out gifts to all 30 teams

In celebration of Christmas Day, we're handing out a gift to each team in the NBA in this week's Power Rankings.

Scott Rafferty

Will Luka Doncic play on Christmas Day?

Including Luka Doncic, the Mavericks currently have seven players in health and safety protocols.

Scott Rafferty

Jazz stay hot with dominant win in Philly

The Utah Jazz have won six in a row since losing to New Orleans in late November, and they're doing it all with an high-power offense and contributions from all their key guys.

Nick Metallinos

Utah have won six in a row.

The Utah Jazz have won six in a row since losing to New Orleans in late November, and they're doing it all with an high-power offense and contributions from all their key guys.

Nick Metallinos

Kings-Jazz game delayed after fan vomits

The game was delayed for a substantial period after fan seated courtside vomited not far from the Utah bench.

Yash Matange

Saturday's top highlights and best performers

Nine games on Saturday night included a historic performance by the reigning Finals MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo as eight of the nine home teams recorded wins. In case you missed any of the action, here's a recap with the best game, top performance and highlight from the slate.

NBA.com Staff

Five game check-in on Siakam following loss to Jazz

After missing the first 10 games of the season as a result of offseason shoulder surgery, Pascal Siakam is getting back into a groove over the last five games. How has the All-Star forward looked since his return?

Kyle Irving

Thursday's (ET) best game, top fantasy performers

Just six games on Thursday night but plenty of action and competitive games to look back on. In case you missed anything, we got you covered with the top highlight, best game and top fantasy performers.

NBA.com Staff

Preview: Grueling road trip continues for Raptors

Utah's high-powered offence will be a good test for Toronto's defence, which needs to get back on track for the Raptors to get back to their winning ways.

Scott Rafferty

Raptors can prove themselves during West Coast swing

The Raptors' early-season trip to take on five Western Conference opponents is the latest test for a team that is still in the process of figuring things out.

Gilbert McGregor

What channel is 76ers vs. Jazz on tonight?

The second TNT game on Tuesday will see the 76ers continue their six-game road trip with a stop in Utah.

Scott Rafferty

Saturday's best game & top fantasy performers

Saturday's seven-game slate served up plenty of big performances! If you missed any of the action, we've got you covered with the best game, highlight, performance, fantasy performers and more below.

Benyam Kidane

Ejected players from Jazz-Pacers fined

The incident occurred with 4:01 remaining in the fourth quarter of the Pacers’ 111-100 win over the Jazz on Nov. 11 at Vivint Arena.

Official Release

Four players ejected as Turner, Gobert scuffle

Days after the dual ejection of Nikola Jokic and Markieff Morris in Denver, the NBA witnessed another one. This one, not far from the altitudes of Ball Arena, occurred in Salt Lake City in a game between the Utah Jazz and the Indiana Pacers.

Yash Matange

Myles Turner and Rudy Gobert scuffle: Multiple players ejected in altercation at Jazz-Pacers game

Days after the dual ejection of Nikola Jokic and Markieff Morris in Denver, the NBA witnessed another one. This one, not far from the altitudes of Ball Arena, occurred in Salt Lake City in a game between the Utah Jazz and the Indiana Pacers.

Yash Matange

League Pass primer for Thursday

There's only one game on NBA League Pass Thursday but it features four players that appeared in the 2021 All-Star Game.

Gilbert McGregor

Tuesday's (ET) best game & top fantasy performers

Tuesday's three-game slate had no shortage of action with the Bucks, Jazz and Clippers picking up wins. Catch up on all the news, scores and highlights right here.

Benyam Kidane

Four key stats behind Hawks slow start

The Hawks slumped to their fifth-straight loss, going down to the Jazz 110-98. As they sit near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings, let's take a closer look at what's holding them back in 2021-22.

Benyam Kidane

League Pass primer for Tuesday

Only one of the three games on Tuesday will be on League Pass, but it should be a good one.

Scott Rafferty

Power Rankings: Each team's biggest X-Factor

Three weeks have now gone by in the 2021-22 season and as teams approach the 10-game checkpoint, we're learning more about who's who around the league. How does that impact this week's rankings?

Gilbert McGregor

Sunday's best game & top fantasy performers

An exciting eight games cap-off the first week of November as the NBA schedule slowly heads towards its first holiday - Thanksgiving. Catch up on all the news, scores and highlights right here.

NBA.com Staff

Lowry's winning mentality evident in Heat's hot start

Against the Utah Jazz, Lowry turned in his best performance of the season, recording his 19th career triple-double and his first in a Miami Heat uniform

Benyam Kidane

Saturday's best game & top fantasy performers

Saturday's six-game slate served up plenty of big performances, headlined by Luka Doncic, Nikola Jokic and Devin Booker. Catch up on all the news, scores and highlights right here.

Benyam Kidane

Thursday's best game, top fantasy performers

A big night of hoops around the NBA with five games on the slate, capped off with a thriller in Los Angeles. Catch up on all the news, scores and highlights right here.

Nick Metallinos

Gobert's early form setting stage for Jazz to contend

Gobert recorded a double-double in his first five games and is already defending like it's the playoffs. Armed with a deep bench and built around star Donovan Mitchell, things are already looking promising in Salt Lake City.

Benyam Kidane

MVP Ladder: Who's leading the pack so far?

NBA.com's Kyle Irving takes a look at the MVP race in the first MVP ladder of the season.

Kyle Irving

NBA MVP Odds: Curry or Giannis?

Your 2021-22 way-too-early NBA MVP is...

Kyle Irving

Thursday's best game, highlight and performance

The Bulls and Knicks played out a thriller, while Steph Curry and Ja Morant put on a show. Catch up on all the highlights, news, best performances and scores right here!

Kane Pitman

Jokic leaves game with knee injury

Nikola Jokic clashed knees with Rudy Gobert during the second quarter. The MVP was ruled out of the game with a knee contusion.

Kane Pitman

Tuesday's best game, highlight, performance

A five game slate was headlined by an OT battle between the Lakers and Spurs. Catch up on big performances, injury scares and plenty of highlights from tonight's NBA action.

Kane Pitman

Jokic exits with knee injury

League MVP Nikola Jokic sent a scare through the Denver Nuggets camp after exiting the game in Utah with a bruised knee.

Kane Pitman

Separating early contenders from pretenders

It's time for an early-season heat check on the contenders and pretenders in the NBA. Our NBA.com Staff got together to discuss the Jazz, Bulls, Hawks, Heat and Mavericks.

Kane Pitman

NBA's contenders and pretenders

It's time for an early season heat check on the contenders and pretenders in the NBA. Our staff got together to discuss the Jazz, Bulls, Hawks, Heat and Mavericks.

Kane Pitman

Power Rankings: First impressions from every team

Opening week of the 2021-22 season is in the books. Which teams impressed and which ones disappointed?

Scott Rafferty

Opening week lessons learned from each team

Opening week of the 2021-22 season is in the books. Which teams impressed and which ones disappointed?

Scott Rafferty

Highlights, final scores from Wednesday's action

An entertaining opening night was followed by an action-packed 11-game slate on Day 2 of the NBA's 75th anniversary season. Follow along for all your final scores, stats, news, highlights and top fantasy performers from each game.

Yash Matange

What to watch on League Pass tonight

The 2021-22 NBA season is underway and there are 11 games of action with 22 teams making their season debut. We have you covered with the perfect plan of attack to consume as many games as possible.

Kyle Irving

Prime Giannis or Prime Duncan?

If you could pick any player in history, with the hopes of winning the title immediately, not knowing the era, rules, coach, or teammates — who would you choose?

Josh Eberley

Top performers, highlights from Day 11 of preseason

Day 11 of the preseason provided seven games on the slate, with game winning jump shots, highlight reel dunks and big time individual performances throughout. If you missed any of the action we've got you covered with scores, highlights and news from the days play.

Kane Pitman

Top performers, highlights from Day 9 of preseason

Day 9 of the preseason was a busy one with seven games on the schedule. Catch up on all the highlights and big performances as we recap the day's play.

Kane Pitman

2021-22 NBA season preview: Northwest Division

Last season, three of the five Northwest Division teams were part of the Western Conference playoff picture while the latter two were right at the bottom of the conference. How will things shape out for the division in the NBA's 75th anniversary season?

Yash Matange

Top performers, highlights from Day 4 of preseason

Day 4 of the NBA preseason is in the books. Monster dunks, classic GIF's and some Luka magic were all on the agenda. If you missed any of the action we've got you covered here with scores, notable performers and top highlights!

NBA.com Staff

Top performers, highlights from Day 2 of preseason

The first multi-game slate of the 2021-22 NBA preseason and there was no shortage of action. We've got you covered with the final scores, top performers, biggest storylines and more from Day 2.

NBA.com Staff

NBA Power Ranking: Best-case scenarios for every team

With training camp in full swing, we're taking stock of the league with a glass-half full approach.

Micah Adams

Our predictions for this season's DPOY

Ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season, our NBA.com Staff share their predictions for which player they think will be crowned Defensive Player of the Year.

NBA.com Staff

Jazz's Jordan Clarkson goes unrecognized in local TV interview

A Salt Lake City reporter didn't know she was interviewing the reigning NBA Sixth Man of the Year until after the fact.

Dani Mohr

Separating contenders from pretenders in West

NBA.com's Kyle Irving, Gilbert McGregor and Scott Rafferty discuss how the Western Conference is shaping up following another busy offseason. Should the Lakers and Suns be in the same tier? What should be made of the Clippers, Nuggets and Warriors? Which teams are destined to compete for a spot in the Play-In Tournament?

Kyle Irving

Before Showtime, there was Pete Maravich

Before Steph Curry, Magic Johnson and many more great entertainers, Pete Maravich's legacy lives on as one of the NBA's best showmen.

Benyam Kidane

Jazz depth chart for 2021-22 season

The Jazz's offseason has been highlighted by the re-signing of Mike Conley and the additions of Jared Butler, Rudy Gay and Hassan Whiteside. How deep is this Utah team ahead of the upcoming season?

NBA.com Staff

Jazz need All-NBA leap from Mitchell

Through four NBA seasons, Donovan Mitchell has already delivered several signature postseason performances and led the Jazz to the league's best record. As he turns 25, explore the two-time All-Star's room for continued growth.

Gilbert McGregor

Can the Jazz contend for a title in 2022?

Last season, Utah finished atop the league with a 52-20 record. After an early postseason elimination in 2021, what can the Jazz do to end as the last team standing in 2022?

Gilbert McGregor

How the NBA's contenders were built

The draft, free agency and trades and the avenues to building a contender. Not every team is constructed the same way. Ahead of the 2021-22 season, take a look at some of the contenders around the NBA and how they have priced their roster together.

Kane Pitman

On this date: Mitchell & Murray's epic 50-point duel

Donovan Mitchell scored 51 points, helping the Jazz overcome Jamal Murray's 50-piece and win the hard-fought contest 129-127. It was the first time in NBA playoff history that opposing players had scored at least 50 in the same game.

Yash Matange

Raptors among teams with intriguing positional logjams

As the 2021-22 NBA season approaches, six teams in particular stand out as having positional logjams on their respective rosters. From the Raptors frontcourt to the Magic's guards and the Jazz's forwards, take a closer look at the potential implications.

Matthew Blum

Giannis and LeBron headline 12-game MLK Day schedule

MLK Day is one of the biggest on the regular season calendar. In 2022, there are 12 games on the schedule, as the NBA comes together to celebrate the legacy and share the message of Martin Luther King Jr. Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James are just two of the superstars who will take the floor on MLK Day on January 17th.

NBA.com Staff

2021 Christmas Day schedule revealed

The 2021 Christmas Day schedule consists of five games, headlined by a showdown between the Lakers and Nets, a playoff rematch between the Hawks and Knicks and a showdown between the Celtics and Bucks.

Gilbert McGregor

OTD: Mitchell explodes for 57 points

Donovan Mitchell's game-high points tally was a new franchise record in the postseason, eclipsing Karl Malone's tally of 50, and was the third-highest individual in a single playoff game, trailing only Michael Jordan's 69 in 1986 and Elgin Baylor's 61 in the 1962 NBA Finals.

Yash Matange

Haslem to join exclusive list of NBA players

In the 2021-22 season, Udonis Haslem is reportedly set to become the fifth player to have spent 19 or more seasons with one franchise. Learn more about the group of five who spent their respective careers with one franchise over the course of multiple decades.

Gilbert McGregor

Dwyane Wade's role with Jazz may be to keep Donovan Mitchell happy

Is Donovan Mitchell unhappy with the Jazz? According to ESPN's Brian Windhorst, Dwyane Wade is at least worried that Mitchell may not want to stay in Utah long-term.

Jacob Camenker

Who is Terance Mann? Clippers guard leads LA to Game 6 win

In Los Angeles' wild 131-119 win over Utah on Friday night, Terance Mann exploded for a career-high 39 points to lead the Clippers to victory.

Jordan Greer

Clippers show trust in comeback win behind Mann

Trailing by 25 points, the shorthanded LA Clippers had to trust. The mantra filtered through the lineup, with Terance Mann taking the responsibility of carrying the offence back into the game. That trust and belief now sees the Clippers in the Conference Finals for the first time in franchise history.

Kane Pitman

Mann drops 39 to help Clippers advance to WCF

The LA Clippers have advanced to the first Conference Finals in franchise history behind a 39-point night from Terance Mann. Trailing by 25 points, the series was seemingly headed for Game 7, before Mann took over and the Clippers rolled to an incredible comeback.

Kane Pitman

Report: Conley working towards return

Mike Conley was ruled out for Game 1 of Utah's second-round series with LA and was originally listed as questionable for Games 2, 3, 4 and 5 before being ruled out. Here's everything we know about the injury the one-time All-Star is dealing with and when he could return.

Scott Rafferty

Kawhi Leonard injury update: Will Clippers star play in Game 6 vs. Jazz?

Here are the latest updates on Leonard ahead of Game 6.

Jordan Greer

Lue praises statement Game 5 from PG

With Kawhi Leonard sidelined indefinitely, many wondered if the LA Clippers' season was over. Enter Paul George. Delivering a 37-point, 16-rebound performance, PG silenced the critics to bring the Clippers within one win of a historic Conference Finals appearance.

Kane Pitman

PG leads Kawhi-less Clippers to pivotal Game 5 win

In the absence of Kawhi Leonard, Paul George led the way and stuffed the stat sheet with 37 points, 16 rebounds, five assists and two blocks as the Clippers picked up the win in the pivotal Game 5 on the road.

Yash Matange

Kawhi Leonard out for Game 5, maybe longer

Kawhi Leonard is set to miss Game 5 for the Clippers against the Jazz, but he could be out the rest of the series.

Jacob Camenker

Soundsystem: Have Kawhi and the Clippers figured it out?

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty break down the latest topics in the NBA playoffs and beyond on the LIVE edition of NBA Soundsystem.

NBA.com Staff

Playoffs have turned Kawhi into an assassin

Kawhi Leonard has long been one of the league's best scorers, but he's become a one-on-one assassin in the 2021 NBA Playoffs. Impressive as the numbers are, it's how Leonard is getting it done in isolation that stands out the most.

Scott Rafferty

CP3's revenge tour continues

On their path to the Western Conference Finals, Chris Paul and the Suns have eliminated two teams that bested the 11-time All-Star over a decade ago. Now just four wins away from the first Finals appearance of his career, Paul will either face the franchise that ended his time in Los Angeles or the franchise that he spent six years of his prime with.

Gilbert McGregor

One possession illustrates how Clippers' defense smothered Jazz's offense

Los Angeles dominated once again in Monday night's Game 4, defeating Utah 118-104 to even the series, but the offense wasn't the story. This time, the Clippers cranked up the defensive intensity.

Jordan Greer

NBA Twitter reacts to Clippers' Kawhi Leonard viciously dunking on Jazz's Derrick Favors

"Whoa! A major Kawhi-light," play-by-play announcer Ian Eagle said on the TNT broadcast.

Jordan Greer

Small-ball has unlocked the Clippers

The Clippers have embraced their small-ball identity over the past two games and now find themselves right back in the series against the Utah Jazz.

Benyam Kidane

Clippers dominate Game 4, tie series 2-2

Behind a 30-13 first quarter, the Clippers led Game 4 by as many as 29 before eventually winning it 118-104 and tying up the series at two games apiece.

Yash Matange

NBA announces 2020-21 All-Defensive Teams

Defensive Player of the Year, Rudy Gobert headlines the 2020-21 All-Defensive First Team, alongside, Ben Simmons, Draymond Green, Jrue Holiday and and Giannis Antetokounmpo.

NBA.com Staff

What to watch in Monday's pivotal Game 4s

The second round of the NBA Playoffs continues on Monday with a pair of Game 4s. In each game, the home team trails 2-1 with an opportunity to even things up at two games apiece. The night begins in Atlanta, where the Hawks look to get back on track against the 76ers. From there, the Clippers look to take care of home once again to put more pressure on the Jazz.

Gilbert McGregor

How Clippers' small-ball lineup created problems for Gobert, Jazz in Game 3

With Nicolas Batum replacing Ivica Zubac as the Clippers' de facto center, Gobert couldn't simply patrol the paint.

Jordan Greer

NBA awards 2021: Complete list of winners for MVP, Coach, Rookie of the Year and more

Taking a look at who is taking home the hardware from the 2020-21 season.

Edward Sutelan

Kawhi, PG combine for 65 in big Game 3 win

The Clippers superstars dominated each half, with Paul George showing off early while Kawhi Leonard took over late, in a huge 26-point (132-106) victory at home.

Yash Matange

PG makes the difference for LA

George torched the Jazz with a combination of drives to the rim and his 3-point shooting as they cut the series deficit to 2-1.

Benyam Kidane

Mitchell (ankle) to play Game 4 after injury scare

Donovan Mitchell left the game with 7:06 remaining in the fourth quarter after an awkward layup and did not return.

NBA.com Staff

Donovan Mitchell injury update: Jazz star in 'good shape' after tweaking ankle vs. Clippers

Mitchell appeared to tweak his right ankle on a drive to the basket in the fourth quarter of the Jazz's 132-106 loss to the Clippers on Saturday.

Jordan Greer

Clippers' 'blitzing' defence stifles Mitchell in Game 3

Courtesy of the Clippers' physical, aggressive defence in Game 3, Donovan Mitchell went from averaging 41.0 points on 52.5 percent shooting from the field in Games 1 and 2 to 30 points on 11-of-24 shooting from the field on Saturday night ET.

Yash Matange

Kawhi lives for these must-win moments

Saturday's matchup with the Jazz will mark the third time in Kawhi Leonard's career that he's entered Game 3 of a series down 2-0. The two previous times, Leonard stepped up in a big way to flip the series in his team's favour. Will he deliver again?

Scott Rafferty

Jazz nail franchise record 20 3s in Game 2 win

Donovan Mitchell dropped a game-high 37 points, as the Jazz won their sixth straight postseason game to take a 2-0 series lead against the Clippers.

Yash Matange

Mitchell clears up status after late-game collision

In the final seconds of the Jazz's Game 2 win, Donovan Mitchell fell to the floor and seemed in discomfort after a collision with Paul George. Postgame, the 24-year-old downplayed any injury talks and said he was fine.

Yash Matange

Jazz's Donovan Mitchell feeling 'fine' after hard collision with Clippers' Paul George: 'I'm thankful it wasn't bad'

Mitchell missed the Jazz's final 16 regular-season games and Game 1 of the team's first-round series against the Grizzlies while recovering from a right ankle sprain.

Jordan Greer

Snyder praises Ingles and Utah role players

The Utah Jazz finished with the NBA's best regular season record based on a balanced offensive attack and lethal outside shooting. Head coach Quin Snyder praised that approach in Game 2, which included big nights from Joe Ingles and Jordan Clarkson.

Kane Pitman

Gobert is on the cusp of NBA history

With the 2020-21 award under wraps, Rudy Gobert has separated himself to join a short list of elite defenders in NBA history who have won the award at least three times. At 28, the Utah Jazz's durable franchise cornerstone is a legitimate threat to break the all-time record for most Defensive Player of the Year wins.

Yash Matange

Complete history of DPOY winners

By winning the 2020-21 Defensive Player of the Year award, Rudy Gobert becomes the fourth player in NBA history to win the award at least thrice.

NBA.com Staff

Gobert wins 3rd career DPOY award

Winning the third DPOY award of his career, Gobert becomes only the fourth player in NBA history to have won the award at least three times. He joins the likes of Dikembe Mutombo (four), Ben Wallace (four) and Dwight Howard (three).

Yash Matange

How excellent Jazz defense (and poor Clippers offense) on final possession decided Game 1

The exciting ending was a product of a Jazz defense that scrambled but stayed solid — and a Clippers offense that missed its opportunities.

Jordan Greer

Mitchell drops 45, sparks Jazz comeback to win Game 1

The Jazz got off to a slow start, including 20 straight misses early in the first quarter but they rebounded from that to clinch Game 1 on the final possession, 112-109. Donovan Mitchell, who was receiving counsel from the franchise's minority owner Dwyane Wade on the sidelines, led the comeback by scoring 32 of his game-high points tally in the second half.

Yash Matange

Mitchell grateful for Wade's sideline advice

During the third quarter of the Utah Jazz's Game 1 win, minority owner Dwyane Wade was giving Donovan Mitchell some pointers from the bench, with the All-Star going on to record 45 points.

Benyam Kidane

Jazz guard Mike Conley out for Game 1

The point guard was injured during the team's series-clinching win against Memphis last Wednesday.

Edward Sutelan

Conley (hamstring) ruled out for Game 1

Mike Conley averaged 17.4 points, 8.6 assists and 3.8 rebounds in Utah's first-round series against Memphis, but the one-time All-Star left Game 5 with right hamstring soreness.

Scott Rafferty

Kawhi's showing shades of 2019

In the Clippers' opening round series victory over the Mavericks, Kawhi Leonard delivered one of the most efficiently dominant scoring performances in the history of the NBA Playoffs, something reminiscent of his play during his last Finals run with the Raptors. There's a ways to go, but as LA moves on to face the Jazz, it will need even more of the same from its superstar forward to advance to the Western Conference Finals for the first time in franchise history.

Gilbert McGregor

Preview: Can Clippers advance to their first Conference Finals?

Can the Clippers carry their momentum off the back of a seven-game series into the second round? Will the Jazz's five day rest be a blessing or a curse? Two of the best teams in the regular season meet in the second round in a star-studded matchup!

Benyam Kidane

Mitchell has Jazz looking like title contender again

When the Jazz dropped Game 1 of the first round to the Grizzlies, the naysayers of the team with the best record in the league were ready to pounce on the opportunity to call an eight-over-one upset. Once All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell returned to the floor in Game 2, Utah immediately looked like the dominant force we saw all season long. The 24-year-old superstar made all the difference to advance his team out of the first round and he has the Jazz rolling with his first-ever Conference Finals appearance in sight.

Kyle Irving

Complete list of COY winners

Gregg Popovich, Don Nelson and Pat Riley have each been named Coach of the Year three times, tying them for the most in NBA history. Take a look back at the history of coaches to earn the honour.

NBA.com Staff

The most pivotal lineups of the second round

Trying to predict how a team's game plan will change in the second round of the playoffs can be impossible. For all eight of those teams, analyzing a specific lineup can be the key to seeing that bigger picture.

Matthew Blum

Morant's father is rooting for Mitchell, Jazz

Tee Morant explained his rooting interest as a result of Jazz players' reaction to racist fans harassing him and his family in the stands.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Jazz blow by Grizzlies, advance to second round

Utah raced off to a 20-point first quarter lead and never looked back, cruising to a 126-110 victory. Mitchell, who was the spark in the first period, finished the game with a double-double of 30 points and 10 assists.

Yash Matange

Conley 'tweaks' hamstring, will undergo MRI

"I feel like I'll be fine eventually," Conley said postgame. "Hopefully that's Game 1 of the 2nd round, but right now we just don't know. We'll reassess tomorrow." The veteran guard called his hamstring injury a 'tweak' and not as serious as the one that forced him to miss nine games towards the end of the regular season.

Yash Matange