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The long-anticipated draft week for the Utah Jazz has arrived, and the team faces critical decisions with their No. 10, 29, and 32 picks on Wednesday night.
Will Utah Jazz Trade Their Picks?
Former Jazz assistant coach Gordie Chiesa recently shared his insights, suggesting that Utah might not retain all three picks.
"I expect them not to take all three picks," Chiesa mentioned. "Whether it’s 29 or 32 because, at 32, you can get the exact same player that you got at 29 without having to pay guaranteed money. So the answer is, I would lean to probably not."
Potential Trade Moves
There's speculation about Utah making a significant move up from their No. 10 position. If history is any indicator, such a trade could have a profound impact on the franchise. In 2017, the Jazz's trade to select Donovan Mitchell at No. 13 altered their trajectory, pushing them into playoff contention. Could a similar player be available this year? Names like Cody Williams, Ron Holland, and Ja’Kobe Walker are in the mix, but nothing is set in stone.
Drafting or Tanking?
If the Jazz decide to keep all three picks, it would mean drafting six players over two seasons. Chiesa cautions against having too many young, inexperienced players on the roster.
"You don’t want six really young guys on your team, totally," Chiesa added. "The great debate is whether the Jazz are still playing for their future, or are they going to try to make a slight adjustment as far as getting more experience in free agency or trades? My instincts are telling me trading is going to be a huge factor."
The Future of Utah Jazz
This draft will offer clues about Utah's strategy for the upcoming 2024-25 season. Are they positioning themselves for a strong draft pick next year, or is this the year they aim for a playoff push? The decisions made on Wednesday night could define the Jazz's path forward.
Editor: Emiliia Morozova
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