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Will Jazz Finally Take a Step Forward This Season? ‘It Can’t Be Worse,’ Says NBA Scout

A preview of Utah’s 2026–27 season, through the lens of an anonymous NBA scout.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 24

Recent NBA Contract Extension Grades: Thompson Twins, Keyonte George Get Paid

A look around the NBA at recent contract extensions for Amen and Ausar Thompson, Keyonte George, Pelle Larsson and Saddiq Bey.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 20

Why the Jazz Took Darryn Peterson Over Cam Boozer Despite Being Snubbed for Workout

Utah picked Darryn Peterson over Cameron Boozer with the second pick, here’s a look at why Austin and Danny Ainge bet on the Kansas standout.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 24

The NBA’s Tanking Crisis Is Worse Than Ever. Here’s How to Fix It.

The lottery system needs a complete overhaul as more teams brazenly try to lose earlier in the season with no other deterrents working.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 10

NBA Trade Deadline Winners and Losers: Wizards, Bucks, Jazz Make Right Moves

The Mavericks and Bulls have issues that still need to be addressed, while Ja Morant may have had one of the most disappointing weeks around the league.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 6

Four NBA Teams That Became More Interesting Following 2026 Trade Deadline

Here are four NBA teams who became more interesting with their moves ahead of the trade deadline.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 6

NBA Trade Deadline Intel: Timberwolves’ Pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo, What to Watch

Assessing the flurry of moves on Tuesday, including the James Harden–Darius Garland swap, and how the market for Ja Morant is shaping up and whether the Kings can make another trade.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 4

Jaren Jackson Jr. Trade Grades: Jazz Make Their Move, While Grizzlies Pivot to Rebuild

Grading the Jaren Jackson Jr. blockbuster trade that sent the DPOY winner to the Jazz from the Grizzlies.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 3

NBA The Run: Which 30 Players Will Make the Cut?

NBA The Run is a spiritual successor to the NBA Street series and is being created by former developers of the legendary basketball video game series. Originally announced as a completely fictional basketball game called The Run: Got Next, Play By Play Studios managed to secure the NBA license to…

Operation Sports · Jan 30

Anthony Davis’s Latest Injury Can’t Possibly Help Mavericks Trade Talks

Anthony Davis hurt his hand. Now what can the Mavericks do?

Sports Illustrated · Jan 9