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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

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

After losing the series opener, the Mavericks have bounced back to take a 2-1 series lead over the Jazz.

Gilbert McGregor

How to watch Mavericks vs. Jazz on League Pass: Game 3 international TV schedule, live streams, start time for 2022 NBA playoff game

The Mavericks and the Jazz series is level at 1-1 heading into a crucial Game 3 in Utah.

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

How to watch Mavericks vs. Jazz on League Pass: Game 2 international 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

How to watch Mavericks vs. Jazz today in India: Game 1 local 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

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

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

Preview: NBA's star-studded games on Saturday

With the time difference, nearly every NBA game is played while Indians are switching off their alarms and getting ready for the working day ahead. The only opportunity that they get to watch live rivetting NBA action with their feet up in over the weekend. Saturday's slate has the potential for some spectacular basketball. So, here's a preview with all you need to know from the schedule, biggest storylines and how to watch these games.

Yash Matange

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

Preview: NBA's star-studded games on Saturday

With the time difference, nearly every NBA game is played while Indians are switching off their alarms and getting ready for the working day ahead. The only opportunity that they get to watch live rivetting NBA action with their feet up in over the weekend. Saturday's slate has the potential for some spectacular basketball. So, here's a preview with all you need to know from the schedule, biggest storylines and how to watch these games.

Yash Matange

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

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

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

How to watch Christmas Day games live in India

The 2021-22 season will be the 74th edition of the NBA on Christmas Day. It's also the 14th consecutive season that the NBA's slate on the holiday includes five star-studded matchups.

Yash Matange

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

Preview: LeBron, Curry headline Saturday's exciting games

An exciting nine-game NBA slate on Saturday morning begins the weekend in India. Here's a preview with all you need to know from the schedule, biggest storylines and how to watch.

Yash Matange

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

Preview: Suns-Warriors clash headlines Saturday's games

There's nothing better than beginning the weekend with some hot tea or coffee on a cold winter Saturday morning along with some great dose of basketball action. Here's a preview with all you need to know about Saturday's games with the schedule, biggest storylines and how to watch them.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 today

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

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

What to expect from all 15 teams in the West

As the 2021-22 season nears, take a team-by-team look at the contenders, playoff teams and more in the Western Conference.

Shaun Powell

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

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

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

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

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

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

Kawhi (knee) out indefinitely, declared out for Gm. 6

Kawhi Leonard appeared to injure his right knee in the closing minutes of Game 4 against the Jazz.

NBA.com Staff

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

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

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

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

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

Conley (hamstring) to miss Game 3

Mike Conley continues to recover from a right hamstring strain that caused him to miss the first two games of the series.

NBA.com Staff

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

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

Conley (hamstring) sidelined for Game 2

The All-Star guard continues to recover from a right hamstring strain.

NBA.com Staff

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

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

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

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

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

Next Gen stars are taking NBA into new territory

A new group of superstars are starting to write their playoff stories as the conference semifinals get underway.

Steve Aschburner

A season after first round ouster, Jazz deliver

A season after being ousted two points shy of the semifinals, Utah quickly dispatches the Grizzlies to show they're ready for more.

Shaun Powell

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

Conley Jr. producing momentum-changing plays

In the space of two minutes, Mike Conley Jr. came up with a clutch steal and a pair of 3-pointers to help the Jazz hold off the Grizzlies in Game 4.

Benyam Kidane

Mitchell stars as Jazz take 3-1 series lead

As many as seven Utah players scored eight or more as they took the best punches the young Grizzlies had to offer and yet prevailed with a 120-113 win in the pivotal Game 4.

Yash Matange

What to watch for in Tuesday Game 4s

After an action-packed past couple of days of playoff hoops with eight games, it's time to shift focus to significant Game 4's slated for Tuesday. The Wizards aim to stay alive and force a Game 5 while the Jazz hope to take a dominant 3-1 series lead. Here are a few things to watch out for in these couple of games.

Yash Matange

Clutch Jazz close out Grizz to take 2-1 lead

The Utah Jazz fought off a spirited Memphis Grizzlies squad to close out Game 3 in crunch time. Donovan Mitchell led the way with 29 points for Utah, who now take a 2-1 lead with the series back on home court.

Kane Pitman

Former Jazz centre Mark Eaton dies at 64

Mark Eaton was an All-Star in 1989 and was named Defensive Player of the Year twice in his 11 seasons.

NBA.com Staff

What to watch for in Sunday's playoff games

Sunday's busy slate consists of four playoff games, a pair of Game 4s and a pair of Game 3s. The Bucks will look to sweep the Heat, the Trail Blazers will try and even the series with the Nuggets, the 76ers look to keep the Wizards winless and the Grizzlies and Jazz aim to take a one-game lead in their series. Here are a couple of things to watch for in Saturday's games.

Kyle Irving

Morant downplays 47-pt night, looks head to Gm. 3

After the first two playoff games of his career, Morant's tally of 73 points in the second-most ever, courtesy of his career-best 47-piece in Game 2. Going into Game 3, multiple storylines could headline this series but, the Jazz's coverage on Morant and how he responds with a counter will be among the biggest.

Yash Matange

Jazz overcome Morant's 47-point night to level series

The Jazz rediscovered their regular season form, as they shot 19 3-pointers and finished with seven players in double-digit points. Combined with the play of their three All-Stars, Utah was able to withstand Ja Morant's historic performance and win Game 2, 101-92.

Yash Matange

Utah's Mitchell (ankle) cleared for Game 2

Donovan Mitchell, who has missed over a month with an ankle sprain, is set to make his return to action when the Jazz host the Grizzlies in Game 2.

Gilbert McGregor

Clarkson wins Sixth Man of the Year

The 28-year-old enjoyed an impressive season in Utah, helping the Jazz earn the league's best record, averaging a career-high 18.4 points off the bench.

Benyam Kidane

'He's the ultimate competitor' - Brooks stars in playoff debut

The Memphis Grizzlies produced a stunning upset in Game 1, recovering from an early 14-point deficit to close out Game 1 in Utah. The pressure now swings to the Jazz, who will desperately look to avoid falling into a 2-0 hole in the 1 vs. 8 matchup.

Kane Pitman

Grizzlies stun Jazz in Game 1 upset

The No.8 seed Grizzlies held their nerve down the stretch as Dillon Brooks and Ja Morant powered them to a 112-109 win over the No.1 seed Utah Jazz on the road.

Benyam Kidane

Mitchell (ankle) ruled out for Game 1 vs. Grizzlies

Mitchell missed the last 16 games of the regular season with a high ankle sprain.

Preview: Can Grizzlies make Jazz work?

Coming out of the Play-In Tournament helped the Grizzlies clinch the eighth and final playoff seed in the Western Conference and earns them a first-round matchup against the Utah Jazz, the team with the league's best record in the regular season. Can they make some noise in their first postseason since 2017 or will the Jazz comfortably take care of business?

Yash Matange

Which players have most to prove this playoffs?

With the 2021 NBA Playoffs starting up on Saturday, players will have the opportunity to shine on the bright stage and step up for their teams in pursuit of a championship. But as we've seen before legacies can be defined in the postseason, so you better bring your A-game. Who are the players that have the most to prove this playoffs?

Kyle Irving

NBA awards finalists revealed

The NBA has revealed the finalists for this season's awards, with a host of big names in the running for the most prestigious individual accolades in the game.

NBA.com Staff

Defensive Player Ladder: Gobert tops list in finale

Utah's defensive superstar holds off Philadelphia's Ben Simmons and Miami's Bam Adebayo for the No. 1 spot.

Steve Aschburner

Our picks for MVP, DPOY, MIP and more

Who should take home this season's hardware? Now that the regular season has drawn to a close, our NBA.com Staff share their picks for each end-of-season award, from Most Valuable Player to Coach of the Year.

NBA.com Staff

Jazz finish with NBA's best record

The Utah Jazz have blasted their way through the 2020-21 regular season, overcoming some late injury adversity to clinch the NBA's best record at 50-22. It's the first time in franchise history the team has finished with the best record and they will now carry home court advantage throughout the postseason.

Kane Pitman

Blazers extend longest active playoff streak

Damian Lillard and the Blazers are returning to the playoffs for the eighth straight season. Let's break down what it all means for Portland.

Scott Rafferty

Highlights, scores from Saturday's action

Just three days remained in the 2020-21 regular season and we got an eight-game slate with 16 teams in action. Check in below to catch up on the best from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Lakers, Blazers, Mavs in 3-way race to avoid Play-In

The Blazers and Mavericks need to win just one of their remaining two games, while the Lakers must stay perfect and hope results fall their way.

Benyam Kidane

Highlights, scores from Thursday's action

The Lakers kept their chances of avoiding the Play-In Tournament alive, while the Blazers and Mavericks edge closer to securing their playoff spots. Catch up on Wednesday's games below.

NBA.com Staff

Defensive Player Ladder: Gobert or Simmons?

The Jazz centre takes over the No. 1 spot as both players hope to solidify their case for the award this week.

Steve Aschburner

Curry comes up clutch as Dubs seal Play-In berth

Stephen Curry's late-game heroics earned the Warriors a victory over the Jazz and although their Play-In berth is sealed, the seeding still remains in doubt as the importance of their season finale against the Grizzlies gains considerable value by the day.

Yash Matange

Highlights, top performers from Tuesday's action

As the race for playoff seeding heats up, we had a busy six-game slate on deck for Tuesday. Take a look back at all the action from the six games.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, scores from Sunday's action

History for Russell Westbrook, big scoring nights from Bradley Beal and Steph Curry, plus a Brooklyn Nets comeback headline Sunday's seven-game slate. Catch up on all the scores, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Mitchell (ankle) out at least another week

Donovan Mitchell sustained the injury three weeks ago after an awkward fall against the Indiana Pacers.

NBA.com Staff

Mavs, Blazers clinch key tie-breaker over Lakers

11 of the 15 teams in the West were taking the floor on Friday (ET). That meant, irrespective of who won, there was going to be a ton of impact on the logjam in the Conference standings.

Yash Matange

Red-hot Bogdanovic drops 48 points

The Utah Jazz picked up an important win at home over the Denver Nuggets, behind 48 points from Bojan Bogdanovic. The career-night helped the Jazz solidify their spot at the top of the West.

Kane Pitman

Highlights, top performers from Saturay's action!

A huge ten game slate filled Saturday night, with a number of game carrying significant Play-In implications including a battle between the Lakers and Trail Blazers. Keep it right here for all the final scores, news, highlights and top performers!

NBA.com Staff

Highlights from Sunday's action

Sunday's 10-game slate delivered plenty of memorable performances as the race for playoff seeding continues to take shape. Catch up on all the action below.

NBA.com Staff

What the No. 1 seed could mean for Suns

With a 121-100 win, the Phoenix Suns are now at the top of the Western Conference and own the tiebreaker over the Utah Jazz, winning all three meetings this season.

Benyam Kidane

Highlights, top performers from Friday's action

There were eight NBA games to look forward to on Saturday, including a battle between the Suns and Jazz, as well as the return of LeBron James. Follow along for final scores, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Who would you rather have: Booker or Mitchell?

This week's matchup between the Suns and Jazz got us thinking about which one of Devin Booker and Donovan Mitchell they'd rather build around. Two members of our NBA.com Staff pick a side and present their case to the jury.

Carlan Gay

Top performers, highlights from Thursday's games

Ten games filled the schedule on Wednesday night, with playoff implications littered throughout. Play-In tournament seeding and postseason clinches were all on the line in a series of intriguing matchups. Keep up to date with all the final scores, news, highlights and top performers right here!

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, top performers from Tuesday action

There were 11 NBA games to watch out for on Tuesday. Follow along for final scores, news, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Jazz become 1st team to seal playoff berth

Courtesy of 120-113 result in favour of the Memphis Grizzlies in Portland, the Jazz clinched their fifth straight playoff berth - their second-longest postseason streak in franchise history.

Yash Matange

Highlights, scores from Sunday's action

The NBA season continued with an action-packed eight-game slate. With 16 teams in action, we've got you covered below with final scores, news updates, stats, highlights and the top fantasy performers from a full day of action.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, top performers from Thursday's action

With a packed 12-game slate on tap, there were plenty of marquee matchups to catch up on if you missed any of the stars in action!

NBA.com Staff

Highlights and top performers from Tuesday's action

With the race for playoff spots heating up, we've had an action-packed nine-game slate on Tuesday. Follow along for all the final scores, stats and highlights from each game.

Highlights and top performers from Sunday

There were only six games of NBA action on the slate but there were still plenty of intriguing matchups to follow. We have you covered with final scores, highlights and more throughout the night.

NBA.com Staff

Report: Mitchell (ankle) to miss 'several' games

Jazz All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell suffered an ankle injury in the third quarter of their game against the Pacers on Friday. He was unable to walk to the locker room under his own power, being helped by his teammates. ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported that Mitchell's MRI revealed no structural damage, but he is expected to miss "several" games upon his return.

Kyle Irving

OTD: Stockton reaches 13k assist mark in 1999

In a matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers at home, Stockton dished out his landmark 13,000th assists to his partner-in-crime - Karl Malone.

Yash Matange

Highlights and top performers from Saturday's games

There were 11 NBA games to look forward to on Saturday! Follow along for final scores, highlights and stats from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

D-Wade joins Jazz ownership

Hall of Fame-bound Dwyane Wade has reportedly bought an ownership stake in the Utah Jazz. Wade hopes to be involved with the team and the city moving forward.

Carlan Gay

Highlights and top performers from Wednesday’s action

With just over a month left in the regular season, the schedule rolled on with a seven-game slate and a number of storylines to follow. We've got you covered with final scores, news, stats, highlights and the top fantasy performers from another busy day of action.

NBA.com Staff

Highlight's & top performers from Tuesday's action

The NBA season continued with an eight-game schedule and plenty to follow with 16 teams in action. Below, we've got you covered with final scores, news, stats, highlights and the top fantasy performers from the day.

NBA.com Staff

Mitchell, Ingles power Jazz past Kings

Mitchell tied his season-high with 42 points, while Joe Ingles was at his trash-talking best, leading the second unit with 20 points as the Jazz roared home to seal a 128-112 win.

Benyam Kidane

Highlights & top performers from Sunday's action

Sunday served up an action-packed seven-game slate! Catch up on all the final scores, highlights and more from each one.

NBA.com Staff

Friday's highlights & top performers

A big seven-game slate on a Friday night saw a host of stars on the floor. Keep up with all the action right here, as we keep you updated with all the final scores, news, highlights and top fantasy performers!

NBA.com Staff

Mitchell shines as Jazz extend home win streak to 23

On the back of a 40-19 dominant third quarter, the Jazz snap their mini two-game skid with a big 122-103 win over the Portland Trail Blazers.

Yash Matange

Booker & Mitchell duel as Suns edge Jazz in OT

In a showdown between the top two teams in the West, an extra five minutes were needed to determine the winner. In the end, the Suns clinched the game 117-113 behind a combined 64 points from Chris Paul and Devin Booker.

Yash Matange

Thursday's recap

Kevin Durant made a perfect return, the Knicks lost another heartbreaker and the Suns and Jazz played out a classic. Catch up on a busy night around the association with the scores, news and highlights!

NBA.com Staff

Doncic dazzles as Mavs blowout NBA-best Jazz

Leading by as many as 18, the Mavericks recorded an easy 113-101 win over the Jazz. Their defence continues improving, especially since the All-Star break as they picked up their 19th win in the last 26 games.

Yash Matange

Tuesday's highlights & top performers

There were seven games to look forward to on Tuesday, including a matchup between the league-leading Jazz and surging Mavericks. Follow along for the final scores, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Must-watch League Pass games this week

In the shorter 2020-21 season, the jam-packed second half schedule means more superstar head-to-head contests to circle on your calendar. Here's a quick scan through the must-see games for the upcoming week.

Yash Matange

On this date: Malone sets scoring streak record in 1997

Karl Malone became the only player in NBA history to score at least 2,000 points in 11 consecutive seasons.

Yash Matange

Sunday's highlights & top performers

There were eight NBA games to look forward to on Sunday. Follow along for final scores, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Saturday's scores

Ten games on tap for Saturday including a marquee matchup in Portland between the Blazers and Bucks.

Kane Pitman

Highlights & top performers from Tuesday's action

We had 11 games around the Association today, with no shortage of blockbuster performances. Catch up on all the final scores, stats, and highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights & top performers from Saturday's action

From Zion Williamson's monster performances to Harrison Barnes' buzzer-beater, there was no shortage of standout performances on Sunday's nine-game slate. Catch up on all the action below!

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, top performers from Saturday's action

A massive ten game slate filled the schedule on Saturday, with a number of new faces suiting up for teams as the dust settles on the trade deadline.

NBA.com Staff

On this date: Hawks-Jazz 4OT thriller in 2012

Following this game, the NBA didn't witness its next 4OT contest till 2017 when the New York Knicks and Hawks went at it in Atlanta.

Yash Matange

Highlights & top performers from Tuesday's action

There was no shortage of standout performances on a busy Tuesday in the NBA. Catch up on all the scores, news, stats, highlights and top fantasy performers from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, updates from Saturday's action

The NBA season continues with a busy slate of 10 games. With 20 teams in action, there will be plenty to follow. We've got you covered below with score updates, news, stats, highlights and the top fantasy performers from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights & top performers from Friday

Six games on the ticket for Friday night including a showdown between LaMelo Ball and LeBron James as the surging Charlotte Hornets looked to continue their strong play.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights & top performers from Wednesday's action

Wednesday's seven-game slate served up plenty of superstar performances and we've got you covered with all the final scores, stats and highlights from each game below.

NBA.com Staff

Gobert continues dominant post All-Star form

Rudy Gobert turned in a dominant performance on both ends against the Boston Celtics, controlling the fourth quarter to lead them to a 117-109 win.

Benyam Kidane

Highlights & top performers from Monday's action

There were nine NBA games to look forward to on Monday! Scroll below for final scores, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, top performers from Saturday's action

The second half of the NBA season continued with a seven-game slate. We've got you covered from coast to coast with final scores, news, stats, highlights and the top fantasy performers from the day.

NBA.com Staff

On This Date: NBA suspends 2019-20 season

Following a positive COVID-19 test on the Utah Jazz, the NBA suspended the rest of its season and went into an indefinite hiatus on March 11, 2020. It lasted nearly five months and ended when the NBA restarted the season in a bubble at the Walt Disney World Resort.

Yash Matange

NBA.com's updated award picks at halfway point

Before the start of the 2020-21 season, our NBA.com Staff made their predictions for each end-of-season award, from MVP and DPOY to MIP and COY. With half of the season now in the books, which ones are we sticking with and which ones are we changing?

NBA.com Staff

Conley to replace Booker in All-Star Game

Suns guard Devin Booker will miss the 2021 All-Star Game and 3-point Contest due to a knee sprain and Jazz guard Mike Conley will be his replacement in both events. Conley, a 14-year veteran, will finally be rewarded for his successful career with his first All-Star nod.

Official Release

Embiid's heroics lead 76ers past Jazz

Joel Embiid turned in one of his best performances of the season, dropping 40 points against the Jazz as the 76ers escaped with the win in an overtime thriller.

Benyam Kidane

Highlights, top performers from Wednesday's action

There were 10 games to look forward to on an action-packed Thursday in the NBA.. Follow along below for all your live updates, scores, stats and highlights from each game

NBA.com Staff

Scores & highlights fromTuesday's action

We had seven games on deck around the NBA on Tuesday. Catch up on all the scores, stats and highlights below.

NBA.com Staff

Pels survive late-game rally, upset Jazz 129-124

The Jazz flipped the switch late, going on a 16-3 late-game run but the Pelicans held on to pull-off the upset. Zion Williamson contributed across the board with 26 points, 10 rebounds, and five assists on 10-of-17 shooting from the field.

Yash Matange

Scores & highlights from Sunday's action

Sunday's seven-game exciting slate is headlined by the last game in Brooklyn where the Nets put their eight-game win streak on the line against Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks. Scroll below for the final scores, highlights, and more.

Yash Matange

Saturday's scores and highlights

The Lakers got back on track, Boston held off Indiana and the Utah Jazz lost for just the seventh time this season.

NBA.com Staff

Scores, highlights from Thursday action

There were nine games of NBA action on this Thursday, headlined by a clash between surging Eastern Conference opponents in the Raptors and Heat, a heavyweight battle out west between the Lakers and Jazz and much more.

NBA.com Staff

Jazz flip the switch with record 3-point performance

The Jazz set a new franchise record for 3-pointers for the third time this season, knocking down 28 in their 132-110 win over the Hornets.

Benyam Kidane

Highlights & top performers from Monday's (ET) action

We had plenty of stars in action on Monday's six-game slate. Scroll below for the final scores, stats, news, highlights and top fantasy performers from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Challenging cases for All-Star reserves

The starters have been selected for the 2021 NBA All-Star Game, meaning the hardest decisions are coming up. Picking the reserves inevitably causes a conversation as deserving players are bound to get left out. Which players will get selected as an All-Star and which players will be left snubbed?

Kyle Irving

Highlights and top performers from Saturday's action

It was a busy Saturday in the NBA. We've got you covered with all the final scores, stats, news, highlights and top fantasy performers from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Snyder named head coach of Team LeBron

Snyder has earned a spot as an NBA All-Star Game head coach for the first time. He is the Jazz’s second NBA All-Star Game head coach, joining Frank Layden (1984).

NBA.com Staff

Jazz down Clippers for 9th straight win

By defeating the shorthanded LA Clippers, who suited up without starters in Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, and Nicolas Batum, the Jazz improved the league-best record to 24-5, 20 of which the team have won by double digits.

Yash Matange

Highlights & top performers from Wed's action

We had 10 games on deck around the Association on Wednesday! Scroll below for all the final scores, stats, news, and highlights from each game below.

NBA.com Staff

Soundsystem: How good are the Jazz?

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty discuss the latest news in and around the NBA each week on NBA Soundsystem Live.

NBA.com Staff

Clarkson's 40 helps Jazz win 8th straight

With no Joel Embiid, Ben Simmons had one of the best game of his careers as he finished with a career-high 42 points to go along 12 assists and nine rebounds. Despite his spectacular game, the Jazz survived, courtesy of Jordan Clarkson, to win their eighth straight and register their 19th win in the last 20 games.

Yash Matange

Top stat lines and highlights from Monday's action

We had seven games on deck around the Association tonight, headlined by a showdown between the conference-leading Jazz and 76ers. Scroll below for the final scores, highlights and top fantasy performers.

Benyam Kidane

Surging Jazz prep for big week with big win vs. Heat

Behind a huge third quarter, the Jazz beat the Heat 112-94 for their 18th win in the last 19 games. The victory extends their winning streak to seven and helps them set a record that puts them alongside former championship teams in the 1971 Bucks and 2008 Celtics.

Yash Matange

Running Diary from Saturday's action

There were five NBA games to look forward to on Saturday (ET), including Kevin Durant's return to Golden State. Scroll below for live updates, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Running diary from Saturday's 11-game slate

Saturday's 11-game slate did not disappoint with a handful of monster performances like 40-point outings from Luka Doncic, Terry Rozier and Nikola Vucevic and 30-point outings from Kawhi Leonard, Jayson Tatum and Anthony Davis.

NBA.com Staff

Jazz tie best 25-game start in franchise history

Behind 36 points from Donovan Mitchell, the Jazz defeat the Celtics to improve their league-best record to 20-5 and tie their best 25-game start in franchise history.

Yash Matange

Running diary from Wednesday's action

Big performances from Damian Lillard, Jimmy Butler, Steph Curry and Donovan Mitchell headlined Wednesday's seven-game slate. Catch up on all the scores, stats, news, highlights and top fantasy performers from the day below.

NBA.com Staff

Did the Jazz take the top spot from the Lakers?

The Jazz own the best record in the NBA after winning 15 of their last 16 games, but was it enough to take the top spot from the defending champion Lakers? Which teams made the biggest leap in this week's rankings and who is the new team that entered the top 10 for the first time this season?

Running diary from Monday's action

It was a super day in the NBA with five games on the docket. From Charlotte to Los Angeles, we've got you covered with final score updates, news, stats and highlights from throughout the day.

Running diary from Saturday's action

Jayson Tatum led the Celtics to a huge comeback over the Clippers, headlining an action packed nine-game slate. Catch all the scores, news and highlights below.

NBA.com Staff

Running diary from Friday's action

LeBron James added another piece of history to his resume, while Kelly Oubre Jr. went off for a career-high 40 points on an action-packed 5-game slate. Catch up on all the scores, stats, highlights and best fantasy performers of the day below.

NBA.com Staff

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