The Jazz are Quietly DESTROYING the NBA...

[@kilometer212]

as a jazz fan i am so glad someone is finally talking abt them. especially someone as knowledgeable as cone 🙏🙏

[@thamor4746]

A lot of videos this last 7 days, think many woken up that this isn't anymore a fluke of for Jazz.

[@GladeM1976]

Clarkson signed an extension through the 25-26 season. I wouldn't be surprised to see him with the Jazz through next season as well. THT is who I'm hoping the Jazz trade.

[@kiwidestroyer69]

THT is really the only person I wanna see traded, just because he doesn't necessarily fit our team. I still think he can be of value somewhere else. Wouldn't be terribly mad if fonteccio, ochai, or olynyk got traded either. Just know we need to keep Markkanen, sexton, Dunn, Kessler, and Keyonte for as long as possible. I hope Lauri and sexton retire with the jazz lol. Jordan Clarkson needa stay too and I love what John Collins has been for us

[@diamondsfroze2377]

I was waiting for this video, the Jazz have been so good lately and it seems like nobody's talking about it

[@jepuftw2200]

big shows aint want to cause they haven't watched xD

[@E4MB]

cus it’s the jazz, who cares

[@Forever_Laura]

Nobody talking about it?!?!? Every numb-nut and their grandma are making yt videos about it. All these fools dont understand sample size and other teams making adjustments. Give it a few more games and they'll be back to losing. And these numb-nut videos will go away too

[@MrDerpCentral]

@@E4MByeah who cares about any team in the nba

[@aleksiheija8170]

​@@E4MB So you're saying that only big market teams matter? Tell me you're basic without telling me you're basic.

[@hudsonlin5531]

I literally just found this channel yesterday and it’s one of my favorite nba talk analyst already the upload quantity and quality is insane keep up the amazing work

[@dispater101]

As a big Young Bull fan since highschool, i'm so glad that he's showing out again..Utah should give him with Lauri a shot cause they're pretty much their chance at a quality duo, cause no star is def down to play there anytime soon

[@toomuchstupididty6311]

I'm french and started following the Jazz when Gobert got drafted and i kinda like this type of team which build around and develop solid guys, who can become a star ( as Mitchel and Rudy did) instead of trading for a big names. It give this "alway underdog" vibe.

[@dispater101]

@@toomuchstupididty6311 Exactly why i'm fully aboard with not selling right now, cause i'm confident that no star caliber player would buy in long term for Utah like what Lauri's doing currently..these recent success are proof that they have the system to be great with him as the 1st option

[@poloregal]

They tried to cancel our boy and Dennis Smith him…so glad DSJ bounced back too. Best defensive guard in the league last year.

[@Iowaallday]

Your absolutely tripping, Alec Caruso is the best defensive guard in the league ​@@poloregal

[@chrisb.5351]

The NBA gave up on him way too soon. He was always a dawg and super efficient

[@ColinTaylor-td9vy]

I really think the jazz should keep most of their players if not all. There’s no point in trading away when you have so many picks, and your two star players in markkanen and sexton who are both still young. If it ain’t broke don’t fix it. They’re doing really good and could probably make the playoffs. I say they keep growing around this young team and maybe in the future see how good Keyonte could be along with Hendricks and then maybe trade away some players from there

[@alexmason5521]

Only guy who needs to go is THT. He’s not getting minutes anymore. They should flip him for something.

[@rvalens2]

@@alexmason5521 If the Jazz can get something for THT, I'm all for it. Unfortunately, he's going to be a free agent this summer, so any team who wants him is going to make a low-ball offer to the Jazz. But maybe there is already something in the works, because there have been a couple times Hardy could have played him but didn't. Are they protecting him to prevent an injury that would negate a trade? Hmm . . . I guess we will find out soon enough.

[@toomuchstupididty6311]

@@alexmason5521 I kinda agree, i just think THT can still develop his game. he is a really good penetrator with his speed and midrange, and can be a good defender when he want.

[@urthpainter]

@@toomuchstupididty6311 not only that but THT is hungry - and if for whatever reason he Has to step in, I want him on the bench. But I agree with top point. Don't trade anyone - Danny just needs to pretend that he traded guys for better versions of themselves... Thanks Coach Hardy!!!

[@everythingsporting]

As a jazz fan it’s rlly good to see people starting talking about them 😂😭🙏🏽

[@justtimes9257]

quiet as kept john collins move to center has been a blessing for the team

[@Trollificusv2]

THAT is one of the unknown, or underappreciated factors that make this recent Jazz run look, if you're watching all the games, not only sustainable, but improvable! Collins started really slow. New team, new system, new teammates...then, Coach Hardy figured out how to use him, and Collins got the hang of his new teammates. He's been getting better and better and giving up his body defending against starting centers. If he fouls, he fouls, the Jazz can bring in Kessler and Olynyk (and, before the years' end, Taylor Hendricks) or move Markannen to center or power forward. It makes Collins a valuable and productive piece of the puzzle.

[@svg3876]

That Kessler, Olynk duo is nice to watch come off the bench. I watch college basketball what some would call religiously and Kessler is the best rim protector I have seen since AD. I have always been a fan of Kelly’s game. He isn’t afraid to get dirty either I became a fan of his during that Celtics wizards series several years ago where he became public enemy #1 in DC.

[@Trollificusv2]

SECRETS OF THE RISE OF THE JAZZ 1) Markannen was getting roughed up by teams early in the year. teams were taking him out of his game. Somewhere along the line, Hardy convinced him to be the aggressor. He's now playing waaay more physically than at any time in his career, while still retaining that top 10% long range touch. It's made him better. 2) Sexton has been producing his great numbers playing 20-24 minutes/game. That's bench player numbers! He's scored 118 pts. in 111 minutes over his last five games. This allows Hardy to play Clarkson, Dunn and George good minutes and they have all been contributing too. 3) The defensive performance of the Jazz has been excellent. This is a many-headed defensive monster, starting with Kris Dunn, who has always been a really good defender, and John Collins starting at center. As starters whose minutes are usually under 24, they can afford to play physical, aggressive defense from the beginning of games. Fonteccio is an unheralded defender but gives tremendous effort and Markannen is playing the best D of his career. And Sexton has diverted some of his superhuman energy and quickness into a version of Patrick Beverly "I wanna wear those shorts too" defense. Then off the bench they have Kessler, crafty vet Olynyk and Ochai Abaji. Their defense, like their offense, goes 240 minutes deep, every game. To the point where if a team makes a 3rd quarter dent in a 20 point Jazz lead, Hardy calls a time out. Not havin' it. (tbh, Clarkson has never been a solid defender, even though he's trying, and George is a rookie who's never had to play much D.) 4) The real improvement in the play of "known quantities" like Collins, Clarkson, Sexton and Markannen points to another advantage the Jazz have: Coaching. Hardy has shown a sharp b-ball mind, but more importantly, he has gotten to these players on a personal level. They really want to play for him, and for each other. They want to get better and they want to win. They've bought in to the offense, and passing the ball, bringing the ball up court quickly, defending aggressively. They're willing to accept their roles. It's actually beautiful and it feels good to root for a team of guys with such a positive vibe around them. That's Hardy's doing. 5) Everybody on every roster can play. But the Jazz are special deep. Every player, 10 deep (and Hendricks/Sensabaugh showing above G-league skills) has some above NBA average aspect to their game, and Hardy is using them so that the Jazz have a solid squad out there for 48 minutes/game. If, for reasons of injury, fouls or in-game rest, their opponents have to sit their top players, the Jazz have the advantage (in most cases). It's been conventional wisdom to build rosters with a "Stars and scrubs" philosophy...but the Jazz are beating those teams. We'll have to see if it can hold up for a season, but it's a really interesting experiment. I don't even know if Danny Ainge MEANT to put together such a roster, or if he just thought he'd have more trade pieces, but he's got something pretty unique here. All that said, they'll probably lose 10 in a row now, lol.

[@Jagzin909]

Time for every other nba KZbinr to make a jazz video now! Stg cone stays saying what everyone’s thinking before most other KZbinrs. Keep up the outstanding hustle brother.

[@theGentlemanCaller73]

Helps to have a great coach.

[@urthpainter]

You talk a ton about the players, and rightfully so - but? this transformation is all Will Hardy. He's the one who figured out lineups across 10 man rotation, understanding that Dunn and Sexton are better starters, and Jordan Clarkson/Keyonte George are better off the bench. And part of this huge jump is their defensive rating that is a direct result of starting Sexton, Dunn, Fontecchio, Collins. Most coaches would start Walker Kessler, but Walker coming off the bench helps dominate the paint on both ends of the floor vs other teams 2nd unit.

[@Shroomy801]

I’ve been putting Colin Sexton on my All Star roster.

[@bookaufman9643]

I don't think any team should really be trying to tank this year. If you look at next year's draft class it is pretty abysmal. Even if Detroit gets the top pick they're not getting anybody that I think is going to be a star right away. Of course there's always hidden gems and there'll be some in this draft class but I can't tell you who it's going to be because everybody looks pretty mid. No Wemby or Paolo waiting for the lottery winner.

[@petterituohino6392]

Thanks for great thoughts!

[@bookaufman9643]

What trophies are Kessler and Sexton holding?

[@sfurse77]

Skills Challenge Champs. All-Star Weekend.

[@dealpha3698]

It is fun to see Sexton play he is like young Westbrook.

[@Trollificusv2]

Except Sexton has been through some hard times and has been eager to improve his game. He now roars upcourt...and looks at his teammates, looks for passes, looks for screens, give-and-gos, lobs! He used to just go for the rim, hard. He has improved like Westbrook has always resisted improving.

[@dealpha3698]

True Sexton play smart now that is why Markennen and him are a great duo.@@Trollificusv2

[@triumphTLG]

Glad somebody finally mentioned how good they've been

[@tdjkhazard4522]

The man is back

[@applaudmark]

Always love the insight and analysis from Cone. Mad respect.

[@samuelking8718]

We just signed Clarkson to a 3 year 50 million contract.

[@gerdanbombales]

SEXMARK best duo

[@JTMagee]

They're gonna stay the course with this team unless they find enough value for THT and Kelly Olynyk. Those two seem to be the guys they might be okay with trading away. Loving their aggression when fully healthy right now. That Northwest Division is stacked.

[@ZhyrelleMaeVlog]

it look like all players of jazz is play maker

[@Moeradwan45]

I feel like after trade deadline the team will go come back to earth to get a good draft pick but they are playing excellent. I believe to raise their players high value.

[@delhargis2219]

They’re better off letting this pick go back to OKC this year. It isn’t a quality draft year I. The range they’d pick even if they tank from the trade deadline and all they do is lock up a 8 million contract that plays for the G League. Better to save the money for the cap and use to resign Laurie or grab a proven vet with it. Just because it’s a higher draft pick doesn’t always mean it’s worth tanking for.

[@deekusucks]

We're halfway through the regular season, they're 3 games behind the 6 seed and a guaranteed play-off spot with no play-in, they're on a 6-game winning streak and they're sitting on a ton of picks. Play-off experience would be invaluable to the development of this whole team, they should absolutely try and make it in. This year's draft class isn't looking too strong anyways.

[@clutch552]

Been waiting for this video

[@rishisk8]

Collin has been incredible

[@jackibagbagangemibagak8700]

I'm a jazz fan because of JC

[@johnpalcon7570]

One answer: Walker Kessler

[@porcupinecraig]

HOLD IT! The jazz stayed the same? Do you pay attention? The jazz are much different now than they were last year. John Collins? Uh, he wasn't with the jazz last year. Look at the jazz current starting lineup and compare with last year.

[@ronmcgee1868]

Team needs a better number one offensive option. Sexton is nice. But hes not a number one.

[@quan144]

Trade josh giddy and some picks for Lauri.

[@tpsam]

I would really appreciate if you could correctly pronounce Simone fontecchio name Cee or See Mo Nay or like Nelson Ne See 'MO ne

[@obednegoanouw9302]

Don' t

[@afuturemodern]

lauri sexton kessler keyonte and cooper flagg can win a chip

[@diamondsfroze2377]

First comment first like 😎

[@victorrogers7671]

First! Finally

[@felipeb.9321]

14-2 is a serious streak, but "destroying"? please... Jazz are well under 500 (11-17, .393) against 500+ teams on the season, and they haven't beaten the Wolves, OKC, or the Pelicans, all of whom have a much better record against 500+ teams. this is a blip, the proof comes in sustaining it.

[@edc.3761]

Per the latest NBA all-star voting results fans seem not to think that Markkanen is as good as you say he is.

[@JanniLantikkala]

Small market team and Lauri had just above average beginning for the season. Lauri has to break through into playoffs and all-nba to have even a minor chance get thru with fan votes. If he was a Lakers or Warriors player, he would go thru easily, if he keeps up his recent play. Nevertheless, coaches will get him there again.

[@usernamepersonperson4376]

All-star voting is a popularity contest. How else would klay be a western top 10 guard when he’s been super ass all season

[@hurelulgaenkhtur7626]

Refs doing fine with jazz everytimes gives everygames 30 ft lines nobody talks about

[@hansklemm2207]

lol they are barely above .500 not destroying the league calm down😂

[@stocktonmorris5103]

They have only lost 3 games since 12/20. That includes the loss that day to Cleveland without Mitchell and Garland. They beat a full strength Denver team, leading by double digits for the final 28 minutes. They beat Milwaukee without Lillard. They didn't let the Bucks score more than 30 points in 3/4 quarters that game. They beat the Lakers without LeBron, keeping AD at 4/17 outside of 6'. Finally, they beat Philly without Embiid and Harris. Keep in mind, on 12/21, they played the Pistons (24 consecutive losses at the time) and the Pistons were favored to win. Thats how bad this team was.

[@licoricelaces4205]

12-2 in the last 14

[@jayt773]

maybe dumb logic guy is ignorant