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Hollinger: Jazz have bright future

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The Jazz were the subject of Hollinger's insider column today. The two key paragraphs I think this forum will be interested in were:

After discussing Millsap's ridiculous start and the Jazz' depth, Hollinger concludes the Jazz absolutely have a serious shot to make the playoffs because:

Looking deeper, on a team level there aren't any gimmicky, unsustainable fluke stats behind their start. If anything, their offense is likely to see an uptick once they make a few jumpers -- they're last in the NBA in 3-pointers and 27th in percentage. One expects Gordon Hayward, in particular, to start draining a few; a year ago he made 47.3 percent but rarely tried the shot. Bell, meanwhile, will either start draining more of the wide-open 3-point looks he's getting or cede his minutes to somebody who will.
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then,

Of course, all this somewhat misses the point. The biggest reason to be excited about Utah's start isn't because of what it portends for this season, but because of what it means for their future. With quality young players like Hayward, Kanter, Favors and Alec Burks already making contributions, and two frontcourt linchpins -- both of whom are just hitting their prime as players -- Utah is set up to be a force for years to come. They may also be getting a lottery pick form Golden State to augment the roster next year; it's top-seven-protected and the Warriors own the league's ninth-worst record at the moment.
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He concludes by saying that Utah is among the most well set up franchises for the coming years in the entire league.
 
Great points. I think the Jazz should be able to sustain these wins, the only dips will come with the harder schedule. Not from our team.
 
I agree that this Jazz team is looking good for years to come. The problem will be if they can get over that hump and be legit title contenders or just a hard playoff out like they were for so many years.
 
3 point shooting is a huge concern of mine. Hayward and Bell need to up their % to at least 35%. It's sad Harris is carrying out 3pt attack at 34% (which I am actually very pleased with for his individual performance). Biggest reason I want Harrison Barnes. We need someone who can play 30 mpg, not be a liability on defense and stretch the floor.

With 2 low post threats, with Jefferson drawing his fair share of double teams, one would think we would have a more efficient shooting team from deep.
 
Sirkickyass said:
He concludes by saying that Utah is among the most well set up franchises for the coming years in the entire league.
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Which is what we heard non-stop in 2006-07 as well.

Have to give kudos to the Jazz management. There may never be a championship in Utah, but at least they're constantly in contention.
 
bordelais7 said:
Which is what we heard non-stop in 2006-07 as well.
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That was before the Boston and LA superteams were assembled. The East was also extremely weak, and San Antonio, Dallas and Phoenix were all aging. The future looked extremely bright for the Jazz in 06/07.
 
Cyrone Torbin said:
3 point shooting is a huge concern of mine. Hayward and Bell need to up their % to at least 35%. It's sad Harris is carrying out 3pt attack at 34% (which I am actually very pleased with for his individual performance). Biggest reason I want Harrison Barnes. We need someone who can play 30 mpg, not be a liability on defense and stretch the floor.

With 2 low post threats, with Jefferson drawing his fair share of double teams, one would think we would have a more efficient shooting team from deep.
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Alright must hear your trade scenario to get Barnes. At this point there is no way we are getting him straight up.
 
Cyrone Torbin said:
Yeah, I also know FSU is one of the worst offensive teams in the country and that was probably the best game of his life.
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Yeah, I also know FSU is one of the best teams in the country and that was probably the best game of his life

Fixed your quote. Yes, I live in a dream world.
 
NCJazz said:
Alright must hear your trade scenario to get Barnes. At this point there is no way we are getting him straight up.
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Probably not, but who knows how far he may drop in the draft. Maybe MKG and Miller really raise their value as being better SF's, maybe Thomas Robinson, Sullinger, and Jones really raise their value as PF's and the teams drafting ahead of us are hungry for big men. Also, we have enough assets to move up in a draft ala what we did to get Dwill (if the Jazz are that high on any particular player).
 
I might rather have Quincy Miller than Barnes anyway. The Marvin Williams comparisons shake me to my bones.
 
Cyrone Torbin said:
3 point shooting is a huge concern of mine. Hayward and Bell need to up their % to at least 35%. It's sad Harris is carrying out 3pt attack at 34% (which I am actually very pleased with for his individual performance). Biggest reason I want Harrison Barnes. We need someone who can play 30 mpg, not be a liability on defense and stretch the floor.

With 2 low post threats, with Jefferson drawing his fair share of double teams, one would think we would have a more efficient shooting team from deep.
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I agree with your comment on three point shooting except I trust Hayward to improve and Burks will too I think and at least poses a threat. Once we take the next step, we could also go after a spot up shooter at a reasonable price as a sort of 8th man or so. So while I agree, my biggest concern is about Favors and the development of his offense.
 
I agree ct Barnes would be the best fit but I wouldn't complain about getting miller. Jazz might have the assets to move up in this draft.
 
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