Utah Jazz fans wonder: Is Keyonte George on the path to becoming the next Jamal Murray or Tyrese Maxey? David Locke breaks down George’s rapid development, comparing his efficiency and offensive metrics to NBA stars, and assesses whether the rookie has reached established player status—or is on the verge of an All-Star leap. The episode also spotlights the defensive struggles without Walker Kessler, highlighting bleak stats and what’s at stake for the Jazz’s rotation.
Other hot topics include Lauri Markkanen trade buzz, concerns over Cody Williams and Walter Clayton Jr.’s rookie progress, and why Utah consistently ranks near the bottom in transition defense. Plus, David Locke debuts points gained, an exclusive offensive metric, revealing Nikola Jokic’s record-breaking impact and ranking Jazz contributors over the last 10 games. Is Utah primed for a turnaround, or are deeper changes on the horizon?
0:00 – Keyonte George: Ceiling & Comps
13:38 – Jazz Defense Without Walker
27:06 – Points Gained Metric Debuts
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