In that case, i think Jefferson will neutralize our front court powers and we will end up with not making playoffs, so all efforts of Kanter will be wasted, damn
How good are the Jazz going to be this year?
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In that case, i think Jefferson will neutralize our front court powers and we will end up with not making playoffs, so all efforts of Kanter will be wasted, damn
20 is too bad, 29 is ok. But i think it is more likely that we will get 40-45 wins rather than 20-25
gomretat
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This is a good description of where the Jazz are at https://www.sltrib.com/sltrib/jazz/52998258-87/jazz-team-corbin-season.html.csp I am hopeful we can play .500 ball but I won't be surprised if we are in the 25-29 range in wins.
That's only if Jefferson gets injured and Kanter gets his playing time, otherwise we are a 10 win team.
orangello
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I believe that GS will surprise some people. I think that they will be a borderline playoff team, winning about 30 to 35 games this year. I suspect that with the jammed schedule that there will be more losses then expected.
Archie Moses
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Until the Jazz figure out how to place their/trade their big guys and get a little deeper in the guard positions, it's how to see how everyone will be happy and play.
I agree. What would you do Archie? (as far as the BIGs roster)
Udoh will be their x-factor. They need to him provide some D, because with Curry/Ellis/Lee they have an offensive power house. I suspect they will trade Ellis at some point for a front court player possibly.
Archie Moses
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My primary goals would be give time to Millsap and Jefferson. I know Jefferson didn't play as well as I thought he would last season, but I think I'd give him another chance to see what he could bring to the team. With that said, it's a must that Kanter and Favors get consistent playing time so we can rebuild. If the team tanks and isn't doing too well, then there must be a trade of either Millsap or Jefferson as much as I hate to say it.
I can almost guarantee Kanter is going to the D-League. I actually would be 100% in support of that also. He hasn't played ball in a couple of years, so 35 mpg against good (dont think he is ready for NBA) competition could really come in handy.
MVP
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The only way Jazz win more then 33 games if they get AK back and if Okur is back to at least 85% of his old self. Otherwise 25 wins sounds about maximum they can squeeze. You need experience or superstar caliber young players to get above .500 and if AK and Okur is missing Jazz have what? Millsap, Jefferson, Haris, CJ and Bell- solid but no all-stars here... I get all excitement about our young players but none of them are superstar caliber ( in fact I would be very surprised if any of youngsters will average anything over a double digits baring injury to veterans). Thus you can't count on rookies and sophomores to produce at high level on daily basis. They will have odd 20+pts, 10+ reb games but thats about it. Throw in some back to back to backs which will happen on this short season, possibility of injuries and Jazz look like very average team.
MVP
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Now that is some smart thinking. Whats the point of keeping him on the bench and playing him 5-10 min in blowouts? He is behind Al, Millsap, Okur and Favors when it comes to minutes and rotations.. so unless Okur is traded or released Kanter should be getting game time experience in D-League.
Basketball_Romantic23
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You forgot the T-Wolves... i think they will be a playoff team this year!
mellow
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I'm thinking the Jazz are going to be selling alot more beer this year, the games will be extra long because of all the fouls. Jazz were at the top of the league last year for fouls and they just added a rookie sg and pf/c to go with their sophmore sg and pf/c.
A bunch of new players, short training camp and no time for practise during the season....spells disaster for the young Jazzmen. If Ol' Jerry was here he could probably scare them into 28 wins, but with a new coaching staff 19 wins tops. Go Jazz.
A bunch of new players, short training camp and no time for practise during the season....spells disaster for the young Jazzmen. If Ol' Jerry was here he could probably scare them into 28 wins, but with a new coaching staff 19 wins tops. Go Jazz.
Brown Notes
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I don't really understand the D league. Does the Jazz control where he goes? Will he be being taught all the same philosophies and sets Utah runs? He needs court time but shouldn't he be learning what Corbin specifically wants him to work on?
Also practicing against Jefferson is probably at least as instructional as playing against D league scrubs.
Archie Moses
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Kanter will not play a game in the D-League.
When you haven't played competitively for nearly 2 years, I think it is imperative you get a lot of playing time. I'm not saying send him directly to the D-league. Give him a chance in the NBA. I'm going to predict he looks like a lost puppy out there, and is going to be overwhelmed by the athletic ability of the NBA. D-league seems like a perfect opportunity to gain confidence and in game experience (something he is severely lacking.).
Doc Cherno
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I thought Kanter played for Turkey this past year...
I agree with this thought. Kanter is basically trying to go from High School competition directly to the NBA instead of going from College to the NBA. This is an incredibly difficult transition. Some D league time will give Kanter time to figure out what moves he can do against better competition. It can teach him how quickly he needs to rotate on D.
I say give him a month to practice with the team and play little. If he can hold his own, then leave him on the active roster. Otherwise send him to the D league.