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How Bout This Jazz

Andy Larsen, Eric Walden and Xoel Cardenas will be talking about the latest Jazz news, matchup analysis, as well as give you their take on what else is happening in the Association.

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HBTJ Ep. 22: Is the Utah Jazz's collapse to the Lakers an example of them not being mentally tough? from 2022-02-18T13:00:34

On the latest episode, the guys talk the Utah Jazz's collapse against the Los Angeles Lakers and why the team continues to show mental weakness too many times these last few years.

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HBTJ Ep. 21: Grading the Utah Jazz for this season’s NBA trade deadline move and non-moves from 2022-02-11T13:00:47

On the latest “How ‘Bout This Jazz” podcast episode, the guys discuss what both Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Juancho Hernangomez immediately bring to the Utah Jazz, as well as what grade they would...

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HBTJ Ep. 20: A mini Utah Jazz career eulogy for Joe Ingles from 2022-02-03T13:00:25

On the latest episode, the guys talk what is next for Joe Ingles, as he is out for the season and beyond due to an ACL tear. They also give their favorite “Jingles” moments during his time in Utah.

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HBTJ Ep. 19: Safe to say the Utah Jazz need to make changes in order to compete for a title? from 2022-01-28T14:00:35

On the latest episode, the guys break down the Utah Jazz's losing streak and the few positives that they saw, including how the team’s youngsters fared. The guys also discuss if the Jazz have flatl...

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HBTJ Ep. 18: ESPN/Jazz TV analyst Holly Rowe talks being back in Utah, working the Rose Bowl & more from 2022-01-19T13:00:28

On this episode, the guys sit down and talk to ESPN/Jazz TV analyst Holly Rowe. The guys ask Holly about being back in Utah and covering the Jazz, her busy schedule, and more. She also gives insigh...

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HBTJ Ep. 17: Breaking down the Utah Jazz’s losing streak and poor defense from 2022-01-14T14:00:38

On the latest “How ‘Bout This Jazz” podcast episode, the guys break down the Utah Jazz's four-game losing streak and their lackluster defense. Plus, is it time to hold Quin Snyder more accountable ...

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HBTJ Ep. 16: Recapping a busy week for the Utah Jazz from 2022-01-08T14:00:12

On the latest episode, host/moderator Xoel Cardenas and Tribune Jazz beat reporters Andy Larsen and Eric Walden break down the busy week the Utah Jazz had which included 10-day signings, players te...

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HBTJ Ep. 15: Jordan Clarkson-fan incident a reminder fans have to learn players are 'people too’ from 2021-12-31T14:00:42

On the latest episode, host/moderator Xoel Cardenas and Tribune Jazz beat reporter Eric Walden discuss the Jordan Clarkson-Spurs fan incident, give their thoughts on what Clarkson said after the ga...

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HBTJ Ep. 14: Why do the Utah Jazz struggle in ‘clutch’ games? from 2021-12-22T14:00:16

In the latest episode, the guys discuss what is going on with the Utah Jazz in clutch games and try to break down why Quin Snyder’s play calls and the team’s shot selection are failing with with un...

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HBTJ Ep. 13: Why is Rudy Gobert not respected by some NBA players? from 2021-12-15T14:00:20

In the latest episode, the guys discuss why Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert is seemingly disrespected at times by other NBA players. Plus, are we seeing the apex of Quin Snyder's offensive creativity?

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HBTJ Ep. 12: Why Donovan Mitchell’s efficiency has taken flight to keep Utah Jazz on beat from 2021-12-08T14:00:22

In this episode, the guys discuss what has led to Donovan Mitchell’s efficiency revival. Is it better shot selection, more patience, or just the fact his dedication to studying film is showing divi...

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HBTJ Ep. 11: Can the Utah Jazz backcourt step it up on defense against other elite NBA guards? from 2021-12-02T14:00:12

In the latest episode, the guys discuss can the Utah Jazz — in particular Donovan Mitchell and Mike Conley — realistically step up the backcourt defense when facing elite guards like Steph Curry, L...

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HBTJ Ep. 10: Why are the Utah Jazz unable to fix their recurring issues? from 2021-11-24T14:00:29

In this episode, the guys talk why the Utah Jazz can't seem to fix the same old issues — like transition defense and allowing opponents offensive rebounds — that have cost them games this season. P...

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HBTJ Ep. 9: Breaking down why the Utah Jazz are struggling on defense from 2021-11-18T14:00:21

In the latest episode, the guys break down what is wrong with the Utah Jazz defensively — from transition defense to allowing teams to grab offensive rebounds and more.

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HBTJ Ep. 8: Are the Utah Jazz’s recent struggles a big deal or not? from 2021-11-13T14:00:11

In the latest episode, host/moderator Xoel Cardenas and Jazz beat reporters Andy Larsen and Eric Walden break down what stood out to them about the three recent Utah Jazz losses and if there's any ...

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HBTJ Ep. 7: How can the Utah Jazz not miss a beat any time Mike Conley isn’t playing from 2021-11-04T13:00:24

In the latest episode, Xoel Cardenas and Andy Larsen give you their thoughts on how can the Utah Jazz not miss a beat when Mike Conley is out due to rest/load management. The guys also preview Utah...

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HBTJ Ep. 6: Donovan Mitchell scoring but wants to be more efficient for the Utah Jazz from 2021-10-28T13:00:24

In the latest episode, the guys give you their thoughts on the first week of the Utah Jazz’s season. The trio also discuss Donovan Mitchell’s rough start to being more efficient on the court, somet...

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HBTJ Ep. 5: Utah Jazz 2021-22 season preview from 2021-10-20T13:00:24

It's our 2021-22 season preview show! The guys give their thoughts whether or not the Utah Jazz should change things up on offense, Donovan Mitchell taking the next step (and what does that look li...

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HBTJ Ep. 4 Clip: In Spanish, Xoel Cardenas invites Jazz owner Ryan Smith to the podcast from 2021-10-13T17:35:18

In this clip, Xoel Cardenas, talking in Spanish, invites Jazz owner Ryan Smith to the "How 'Bout This Jazz" podcast, as Smith had recently tweeted in español. Andy Larsen tries to talk Spanish as w...

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HBTJ Ep. 4 Clip: Andy Larsen talks Donovan Mitchell's defense from 2021-10-13T17:31:06

In this clip, Andy Larsen talks Donovan Mitchell and the need for him to step up on defense for the Utah Jazz this season.

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HBTJ Ep. 4: Utah Jazz finally look like themselves in home preseason action from 2021-10-13T13:00:37

In the latest episode of the Tribune’s “How 'Bout This Jazz” podcast, the guys give you their takeaways from the Utah Jazz’s first home preseason game. The trio also talk about Joe Ingles, who is a...

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HBTJ Ep. 3: All aboard the Utah Jazz rookie Jared Butler hype train or not yet ready to depart? from 2021-10-08T13:00:37

In the latest episode of the "How Bout This Jazz" podcast, the guys talk about the Utah Jazz’s first two preseason games and what’s looked good so far in said games. The crew also break down the im...

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HBTJ Ep. 2: Training camp in Vegas; can the Utah Jazz play 'small ball' when needed? from 2021-10-04T13:00:10

In the latest episode of the “How Bout This Jazz” podcast, Tribune reporters talk Utah Jazz training camp in Las Vegas, as well as how the injury to free agent signing Rudy Gay changes coach Quin S...

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HBTJ Ep. 1: Utah Jazz PA voice Dan Roberts talks career, Jerry Sloan, calling 2 NBA Finals from 2021-09-30T14:29:49

In the first episode of the “How ‘Bout This Jazz” podcast, Utah Jazz PA voice Dan Roberts talks to Andy Larsen, Eric Walden and Xoel Cardenas about his career, how he got into the announcing game, ...

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Dan Roberts introduces the "How Bout This Jazz" podcast from 2021-09-29T17:04:33

Utah Jazz PA voice Dan Roberts blessed the "How Bout This Jazz" podcast by recording the voice introduction to the podcast, and is the podcast’s first guest.

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Weekly Run: Impressions from Jazz preseason and training camp from 2020-12-17T01:32:12

On this episode of the Weekly Run, hosts Andy Larsen and Eric Walden discuss what we've learned after a couple of games of preseason. It’s time to report what we’ve learned from speaking to the pla...

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Weekly Run: Jordan Clarkson, Derrick Favors, Udoka Azubuike, & the Jazz's nearly-complete offseason from 2020-11-21T03:46:32

On this episode of the Weekly Run, Eric Walden and Andy Larsen talk about what happened on the first night of free agency, with Jordan Clarkson and Derrick Favors both returning to Utah. We also di...

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Weekly Run: Breaking down NBA Draft prospects in Jazz's range, reacting to Western Conference trades from 2020-11-18T02:03:34

On this episode of the Weekly Run, hosts Andy Larsen and Eric Walden try out their at-home podcast mics for the first time to bring you some breakdown and analysis of the prospects that might be co...

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Weekly Run: Jazz season in review, offseason possibilities, Quin Snyder article from 2020-09-17T06:46:30

On this episode of the Weekly Run, Eric Walden and Andy Larsen are back to talk about the Jazz. We open the show by talking about the controversial Quin Snyder/Burgess Owens article. Then, we dig i...

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Weekly Run: Coronavirus concerns, state of Jazz O and D, on the nuance of Jazz fans from 2020-03-11T15:43:09

On this week's episode of the Weekly Run, we talk about the Jazz rebounding with a winning streak, before losing to the Toronto Raptors. How much of the streak was opponent strength? What is the st...

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Weekly Run: Uh oh, are the Jazz in trouble? Discussing it all after loss to Suns from 2020-02-26T05:28:09

On this week's Weekly Run, hosts Andy Larsen and Eric Walden discuss the nightmare three losses from the Jazz, and who or what is to blame. We go through the six top players on the roster, the coac...

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Weekly Run: No Jazz trades, but plenty around the league, Jazz lose 5 straight from 2020-02-07T00:44:53

The Jazz have lost five straight, putting pessimism and gloomy attitudes in the souls of Salt Lake Tribune Jazz beat writers Andy Larsen and Eric Walden. We begin by discussing that the Jazz didn’t...

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Weekly Run: Kobe's legacy, Jazz lose to Rockets again, will All-Stars be snubbed? from 2020-01-29T00:12:35

On this episode of the Weekly Run, hosts Andy Larsen and Eric Walden look at three topics. First, we talk about Kobe Bryant’s death, his impact, his legacy, and how to mourn. Then, we talk about th...

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Weekly Run: Conley's return, O'Neale's extension, trade deadline possibilities from 2020-01-21T23:53:32

On this week's episode, hosts Andy Larsen and Eric Walden open by talking about Eric's love for bad rock-and-roll jackets. Then, we talk about the still-hot Jazz. Mike Conley has returned and looke...

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Weekly Run: UtahJazz.com's JP Chunga tells some behind-the-scenes stories of the Jazz winning streak from 2020-01-16T14:43:53

With Andy B. Larsen finishing up his road trip in New Orleans, co-host Eric Walden enlists the help of former ESPN700 host/producer and now UtahJazz.com employee JP Chunga to fill in. JP talks abou...

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Weekly Run: Jazz 12-1 in their last 13. Are they for real? And what happens when Conley comes back? from 2020-01-09T23:48:25

Sweet success.
That’s what the Jazz have tasted over the last 13 games, having won 12 of those including the last seven straight. But what does that say about the team? And what will happen whe...

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The Weekly Run: Jazz 8-1 in their last 9, thanks to boosts from three players in particular from 2020-01-01T01:01:59

The Jazz are on a roll. Sure, it’s been against mostly sub-.500 teams, but winning eight of their last nine games is nothing to scoff at, either. How real is this trend, and how can they make sure ...

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The Weekly Run: Jazz trade Dante Exum for Jordan Clarkson, waive Jeff Green from 2019-12-26T23:36:08

On this week's episode, hosts Andy Larsen and Eric Walden break down the Jazz's two surprising personnel moves. What will Jordan Clarkson bring? Why does it help the Jazz to move on from Dante Exum...

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Weekly Run: Tony Jones joins to talk decade of Jazz basketball, Mike Conley's return from 2019-12-16T23:21:34

On this week's Weekly Run, former TribJazz and current The Athletic Jazz beat writer Tony Jones joins the show. We talk about Tony's workout with the team on Monday, before getting to the topic du ...

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Weekly Run: The 4 Stars Index and the Jazz winning in multiple ways from 2019-11-14T01:39:53

On this week's edition of the Weekly Run, hosts Andy Larsen and Eric Walden talk about a 4-0 Jazz stretch. We introduce the idea that you can tell how likely the Jazz are to win a game by counting ...

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Weekly Run: Donovan's third-year jump, Gobert wants the ball more from 2019-11-08T00:18:42

On this week's episode of the Weekly Run, Eric Walden and Andy Larsen talk about Donovan Mitchell's third-year jump, Rudy Gobert's request for the ball more, and a check in on the early season star...

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The Weekly Run: On Conley's struggles, Bogdanovic's strengths, and where the Jazz are after 4 games from 2019-10-29T21:38:02

On this week's episode of the Weekly Run, hosts Andy Larsen and Eric Walden talk about the team after the first week of the regular season. They're the best defensive team in the league and struggl...

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The Weekly Run: Notes on the Jazz's roster a few days into training camp from 2019-10-03T23:21:21

Hosts Eric Walden and Andy Larsen are back in the same nation for the first time in months, which means it's Weekly Run time! On the first week back, we go down the Jazz's roster to talk about wher...

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Weekly Run: Tony Jones on Donovan with Team USA, reasons for Jazz optimism, and parenting life hacks from 2019-08-29T14:11:49

With BLarsen still on vacation, Eric Walden brings in former TribJazz-turned-Athletic reporter Tony Jones for hosting help this week. And, in true TJ fashion, the conversation goes off the rails pr...

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Weekly Run: Jazz social media manager Angie Treasure, on managing the Jazz's social media from 2019-08-21T15:46:34

With BLarsen on vacation, Eric Walden recruits Utah Jazz social media manager Angie Treasure to be the special guest host, and to discuss all the aspects of she brings team content to the ever-grow...

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Weekly Run: Andy and Eric break down the Jazz's schedule release from 2019-08-12T21:02:39

On this episode of the Weekly Run, Eric Walden and Andy Larsen break down the Jazz's schedule. Where are the tough parts? Will the beginning of the schedule kill them? What are the best road trips?...

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Weekly Run: The key and not-so-key Jazz additions from 2019-07-18T23:53:36

On this week's episode, hosts Andy Larsen and Eric Walden get into all the new players the Jazz have added this summer, from the big ones such as Mike Conley and Bojan Bogdanovic, to the guys who'l...

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Weekly Run: The Favors decision, who else is available in FA, 2nd round picks from 2019-06-27T23:08:46

Eric Walden and Andy Larsen on Derrick Favors' approach to free agency, who the Jazz could get for that $18M, and our impressions of the 2nd round picks' press conference Thursday.

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Weekly Run: Is Mike Conley again a possibility? More draft prospect thoughts from 2019-06-17T21:04:17

This week's episode was recorded as Mike Conley speculation heated up: will the Jazz complete the trade for the Memphis PG this time? Meanwhile, we talk about other draft prospects who worked for f...

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Weekly Run: Each NBA Draft top prospect that's visited Utah so far, DLo and Tobias from 2019-06-05T21:41:18

On this week's episode, hosts Andy Larsen and Eric Walden break down the top prospects that the Jazz have had in for pre-draft workouts so far. Do we like Admiral Schofield or KZ Okpala? Etc. Then,...

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Weekly Run: Lottery reaction (and how it impacts the Jazz) + FA rules from 2019-05-15T22:09:35

On this week's episode of the Weekly Run, hosts Andy Larsen and Eric Walden talk about the just-finished draft lottery. What will the Pellies do? Does Memphis' No. 2 selection open up Mike Conley o...

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Weekly Run: Was Jazz season a success, and what needs to come to take strides forward? from 2019-04-30T23:45:20

On this week's episode, after Eric Walden tries to play a joke on Andy Larsen, they get down to the business of reviewing the season: what do we make of a season where the Jazz took some steps forw...

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Weekly Run: Aaron Falk joins to talk state of the Jazz after 2-0 Rockets start from 2019-04-19T23:51:29

On this episode, Jazz writer Aaron Falk joins Andy Larsen and Eric Walden to talk abut where the Jazz are after losing two games in significant fashion in Houston. What did we learn from Friday's p...

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Weekly Run: Eric and Andy break down the Jazz/Houston series... TBH, we're not hugely optimistic from 2019-04-11T22:51:43

On this week's edition of the Weekly Run, hosts Eric Walden and Andy Larsen start their breakdown of the Jazz/Rockets series. Why might it be different than last year? Do we think those differences...

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Weekly Run: Gobert’s new jazz album, Jazz likely matchups and how they defend guards from 2019-04-05T20:04:31

For Eric Walden and Andy Larsen, it's almost time to look ahead to the playoffs. It’s looking likely — but certainly not guaranteed — that the Jazz play the Blazers in the first round. What would t...

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Weekly Run: Will Rudy win DPOY? How many wins will the Jazz finish with? from 2019-03-28T01:59:09

On this week’s edition of the Weekly Run, Andy Larsen and Eric Walden open by talking about the hilarious failure of the 2018-19 Lakers. Then, we look at Rudy Gobert’s case for Defensive Player of ...

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Weekly Run: Russell Westbrook gives & receives abuse with Jazz fans, Utah's 1-3 record in last 4 from 2019-03-12T22:42:09

While the episode was recorded before the Jazz banned fan Shane Keisel for life, Eric Walden and Andy Larsen discuss (for a set maximum of 10 minutes) the Russell Westbrook vs. fan interaction, and...

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The Weekly Run: SLC Stars, the above-average pace Jazz, and will Mitchell score 30 PPG? from 2019-02-27T00:20:12

On this week's episode, hosts Andy Larsen and Eric Walden eventually talk about basketball, after Eric makes fun of Andy for his old-man tendencies. But then: talk on Grayson Allen, Tyler Cavanaugh...

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Weekly Run: Jazz in the midst of the All-Star break, following around Donovan from 2019-02-20T19:30:32

On this week's episode of the Weekly Run, Eric Walden and Andy Larsen talk about what's going on with the Jazz during the All-Star break. What was All-Star weekend like from Donovan Mitchell's POV,...

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Weekly Run: from 2019-02-15T02:20:57

On this week's episode of the Weekly Run, Andy Larsen and Eric Walden break down three topics of the All-Star break Jazz. First, we look at why deals didn't get done, and how hard it is to make dea...

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Weekly Run: Jazz trade deadline update, from Conley to Porter and more from 2019-02-05T21:23:39

On this week's episode of the Weekly Run, hosts Eric Walden and Andy Larsen talk about the Jazz's trade deadline efforts to acquire more talent. The Mike Conley situation is throughly discussed, as...

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Weekly Run: Reacting to Rudy Gobert's All-Star snub, Jazz trade deadline talk from 2019-02-01T01:37:42

Rudy Gobert wasn't named as an All-Star reserve, and Andy Larsen is very surprised about this. We talk about how that happened. Then, it's been a crazy day in the league for trades, and the deadlin...

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The Weekly Run: Donovan Mitchell at PG, Rudy Gobert an All-Star lock? from 2019-01-23T00:24:28

On this week's episode of the Weekly Run, hosts Andy Larsen and Eric Walden dive into the Donovan Mitchell at point guard experiment, whether the Jazz's 6-game winning streak is real or illusion, w...

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The Weekly Run: Kyle Goon talks Lakers vs. Jazz + if Donovan Mitchell is unique from 2019-01-12T02:06:17

On this week's episode of the Weekly Run, Lakers beat writer — and former Jazz Tribune beat writer — Kyle Goon joins Andy Larsen and Eric Walden. We talk about the Lakers without LeBron, Jazz witho...

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The Weekly Run: Eric Walden's interview with Ben Simmons, Donovan's second year, Dante Exum from 2018-12-31T23:25:42

On this edition of the Weekly Run podcast, Eric Walden and Andy Larsen talk about the situation in the locker room that led to Ben Simmons' pregame quotes about Donovan Mitchell and the rookie of t...

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The Weekly Run: Tony Jones joins to talk about suddenly stellar Jazz D, Donovan Mitchell's 5-26 from 2018-12-20T21:59:04

On this week's episode of the Weekly Run, former SLTrib beat writer and current Athletic beat writer Tony Jones joins Andy Larsen and Eric Walden to break down what's happening with the Jazz lately...

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The Weekly Run: Dwyane Wade and Donovan Mitchell get together, Rudy Gobert's officiating complaints from 2018-12-12T22:13:22

On this week's episode of the Weekly Run, Andy Larsen and Eric Walden talk about what's going on around the Utah Jazz. We talked to Donovan Mitchell and Dwyane Wade about their relationship, what's...

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Weekly Run podcast: Are Jazz good again?, Kyle Korver trade, and the compressed West from 2018-12-05T22:29:22

On this week's episode, hosts Andy Larsen and Eric Walden talk about three things: 1) is the recent 3-wins-in-4-games a reflection that the Jazz are back? 2) What do we think about the Kyle Korver ...

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The Weekly Run: Fans speak out about the return of Gordon Hayward from 2018-11-09T00:30:53

On this week's episode, we examine Gordon Hayward's return to Utah: what fans have to say about how they feel about Hayward, and how they'll react during the game.

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The Weekly Run: Breaking down Jazz's 3-1 road trip, previewing Jazz during Donovan Mitchell absence from 2018-11-02T17:53:06

On this week's episode of the Weekly Run, Eric Walden is back from the Jazz's 4-game road trip, and has takes. What went well during the 3 wins? What didn't go well for the Jazz during the loss to ...

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Introducing Eric Walden, previewing Jazz player PPG, RPG, APG, more from 2018-10-16T22:33:48

On this week's episode, Andy Larsen introduces new Jazz beat writer Eric Walden. How did Eric find himself as a Jazz beat writer, what will he bring to the job, and how can we best make fun of him?...

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Kristen Kenney: how she got to Utah, her time in Africa, and this upcoming season from 2018-09-20T17:34:02

On this week's episode, Kristen Kenney joins host Andy Larsen to talk about her career and how she ended up as the Sideline Reporter for Utah Jazz broadcasts. Her college soccer career, her travels...

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The Weekly Run: Tony Jones departs, questions to answer in Jazz training camp from 2018-09-14T22:02:32

On this week's episode of the Weekly Run, Tony Jones says goodbye, as he leaves the Salt Lake Tribune for other opportunities. We talk to him about his 10-year career at the Trib. Then, with 10 day...

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Weekly Run podcast: NBA2K ratings, HOU/PHX trade, Manu’s legacy, Rudy vs. Dwight from 2018-09-04T14:04:11

On this week’s episode of the Weekly Run podcast, hosts Andy Larsen and Tony Jones have some NBA things to discuss. In particular, the Jazz’s NBA2K ratings have drawn our ire. Then, we discuss the ...

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Exum, Gobert play in pickup games, potential NBA rule changes from 2018-08-24T23:08:54

On this week's episode of the Weekly Run, Andy Larsen and Tony Jones talk about the videos of Dante Exum and Rudy Gobert playing in the Rico Hines pickup games. Does Exum look different? Does Gober...

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Looking at Jazz's schedule and breaking down Jazz big men from 2018-08-17T17:35:13

On this week's episode of the Weekly Run, Andy Larsen and Tony Jones take a look at the NBA's schedule: how it compares to last year's, and how the Jazz will navigate the early run. Then, we contin...

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Jazz wings overview, Donovan Mitchell tweets LeBron v. Trump, how Melo impacts OKC/Jazz, and more from 2018-08-07T23:28:34

On this week's podcast, Andy Larsen and Tony Jones are joined by a special guest: Tony's 8-year-old daughter. We talk about the Jazz's wings, how Carmelo Anthony's departure impacts the OKC Thunder...

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Breaking down the Jazz's guard rotation from 2018-07-31T22:47:29

On this week's edition of the Weekly Run, hosts Andy Larsen and Tony Jones talk about the guard rotation. Where do Dante Exum and Royce O'Neale fit in, and how can they improve next season? Can Don...

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Where the Utah Jazz might end up in the West, KD and CJ, and more from 2018-07-26T22:50:12

On the first podcast for Andy Larsen at The Salt Lake Tribune, Andy and Tony look at what's different for the Jazz between 2017-18 and 2018-19, the fight between Kevin Durant and CJ McCollum, how t...

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Free agency, the Jazz Summer League and humility in the workplace from 2018-07-13T14:48:39

Tony and Kyle recap the Jazz bringing back Derrick Favors, Dante Exum and Raul Neto in free agency, highlight the best available free agents in 2019, share lessons and observations from Summer Leag...

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Utah Jazz free agency preview from 2018-06-28T21:29:37

What will it take to keep Derrick Favors and Dante Exum? What are some Plan-B options? Salt Lake Tribune reporters discuss.

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The pros and cons of drafting Grayson Allen from 2018-06-23T18:39:58

The Jazz picked the Duke guard with the 21st pick in the NBA Draft. Can Grayson Allen outrun his reputation? What skills does he bring to Utah?

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NBA Draft Preview 2018 from 2018-06-14T19:34:05

Who might the Jazz target with the 21st pick in this year's draft? Salt Lake Tribune reporters discuss some possibilities.

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Craig Bolerjack shares some of his favorite Jazz memories & discusses his duty to fans from 2018-05-23T14:31:41

Craig Bolerjack has been covering the Utah Jazz since the summer Karl Malone came to town and he has been the team’s television play-by-play voice for 13 seasons.
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Offseason mailbag: Will Favors stay? Free agency plans & some early draft pick possibilities from 2018-05-10T22:24:50

We kick off the Utah Jazz's offseason by answering your questions about Derrick Favors, Dante Exum, Alec Burks, free agency plans and some possible draft picks to watch.

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The Jazz and Rockets are tied 1-1. Could Game 3 tell us who will go on to win the series? from 2018-05-04T16:29:41

Kyle relives Donovan Mitchell's put-back dunk and we wonder how real Utah's Game 2 victory really was.

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After a collapse in OKC, how can the Jazz bounce back in Game 6? from 2018-04-27T16:31:27

A 25-point lead wasn't enough to close out the series. What needs to change tonight in Game 6? Can anyone slow down Paul George and Russell Westbrook now? How much did officiating hurt the Jazz?

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After two games, the Jazz and Thunder are tied. We break down Utah's adjustments and Game 2 win. from 2018-04-19T06:55:26

From Oklahoma City, we break down all the basketball from the Jazz's Game 2 win (and some from the local Oklahoma gym run) with special guest Andy Larsen from KSL.com.
— Donovan Mitchell becomi...

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Next stop: Oklahoma City — Previewing Jazz vs. Thunder from 2018-04-12T20:58:31

The Jazz will open the playoffs on the road against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Can Utah slow down Russell Westbrook? Can Donovan Mitchell get around Paul George? Does OKC have a club like the Moose...

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Why is Ricky Rubio thriving in Utah? And who do the Jazz want in the first round? from 2018-04-04T21:28:21

— On Jazz legend Shaka Browne
— Why is Ricky Rubio thriving in Utah?
— Who do the Jazz want in the first round?
— Derrick Favors vs. Jae Crowder in crunch time
— Thabo Sefolosha's d...

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Donovan Mitchell vs. Ben Simmons vs. Internet insanity from 2018-03-30T18:06:32

On this week's episode:
— A tough loss to Boston
— Are the Jazz playoff-ready?
— That one Gordon Hayward column
— Donovan versus Ben versus Internet insanity
— Dante Exum's role...

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Dante Exum chats about playing pick-up with LeBron and coming back from injury from 2018-03-20T05:35:12

Jazz point guard Dante Exum recently returned from a major shoulder injury and got back on the court. He talks to us about what happened when he got injured, his recovery process, training with Bar...

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Danté Exum is back. Now can he help the Jazz with their playoff push? from 2018-03-15T16:17:19

Danté Exum is ready to make his return to the court. What can we expect from the point guard during the stretch run? Plus we look at the Ricky-Rudy connection, why Tony believes Gobert is the best ...

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With Rudy Gobert at full strength, the Jazz look like a playoff team from 2018-03-08T22:37:44

The Jazz have fought their way back into the playoff picture. FiveThirtyEight gives them a 79 percent chance of making the postseason — and our Tony Jones thinks that number is low.

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Derrick Favors joins us to talk Jazz basketball and his love of hip-hop from 2018-03-01T02:35:43

Derrick Favors of the Utah Jazz joins Kyle and Tony to talk about his career in the NBA, being a one-and-done at Georgia Tech, being a subject of trade rumors, dealing with injuries and then goes i...

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Donovan Mitchell dunks on All-Star stage and the Jazz have a path to the playoffs from 2018-02-23T04:11:50

With special guest Andy Larsen (of KSL.com), we recap a star-studded All-Star Weekend in which Jazz rookie Donovan Mitchell played a huge role. We also look at the upcoming schedule of the Jazz, wh...

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The Jazz are the hottest team in the NBA — how did that happen? from 2018-02-14T20:17:04

The Utah Jazz have won 10 straight games. Ricky Rubio is playing like an All-Star, Royce O'Neale is one of the most important players on the team and Joe Ingles may never miss a shot again. How did...

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The Jazz ship out Rodney Hood and add Jae Crowder on crazy NBA trade deadline day from 2018-02-09T01:23:30

With special guest Kareem Copeland from the Associated Press, Kyle and Tony break down a crazy trade deadline day that saw the Jazz swap out one of their best scorers for a gritty defending wing. W...

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Can Ricky and Rudy help the Jazz turn their season around? from 2018-02-01T19:01:15

— Give Rubio and Gobert credit for Utah's three-game winning streak, including the Jazz's 30-point beatdown of Golden State
— Instant reaction to the Mirotic trade
— Can Utah really bring t...

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Donovan Mitchell gets snubbed, Joe Ingles fires shots, and the trade deadline creeps closer. from 2018-01-25T20:34:47

Salt Lake Tribune reporters discuss Donovan Mitchell's dunk contest snub, Joe Ingles' complaints about media reports, and a new trade rumor or two.

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At home or on the road, Donovan Mitchell keeps on stealing the show from 2018-01-18T20:54:07

No matter where the Jazz play, Donovan Mitchell has people talking. On this week's episode, Salt Lake Tribune reporters discuss the rookie's rise, a frustrated Jazz locker room, Thabo Sefolosha's i...

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The pros and cons of trading for Nikola Mirotic from 2018-01-12T19:04:28

With the trade deadline a month away, the rumor mill is starting to heat up. We discuss the latest in the Nikola Mirotic talks, and break down the pros and cons of bringing him to Utah.

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Is it time for Donovan Mitchell to be the Jazz's starting point guard? from 2018-01-02T19:10:53

Is it time for Donovan Mitchell to be the Jazz's starting point guard? We break down the pros and cons in this week's episode.

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Rodney Hood has come alive and helped salvage the Jazz's December from 2017-12-22T19:05

Happy holidays! On this week's podcast:
— Gregg Popovich gives Kyle Goon an early Christmas present
— Rodney Hood and Jazz fourth-quarter scorers
— Chris Paul's role in Donovan Mitchell...

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Can Donovan Mitchell really win the NBA's rookie of the year award? from 2017-12-14T20:55:33

Rudy Gobert hasn't looked quite like his old self since returning from injury. Does Donovan Mitchell have a real Rookie of the Year chance? Associated Press reporter Kareem Copeland joins the podca...

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Donovan Mitchell is taking names and earning respect around the NBA from 2017-12-10T04:28:12

Donovan Mitchell is taking names and earning respect around the NBA

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What will happen to Derrick Favors when Rudy Gobert returns? from 2017-11-29T18:28:36

The Jazz are finding their groove and have won four of their last five games. Derrick Favors is out to prove he's back after a down year. But what will happen once Rudy Gobert is healthy enough to ...

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Sixth Man Rodney Hood, the Jazz's slide continues, Deron Williams seems done with basketball from 2017-11-22T02:39:10

Salt Lake Tribune reporters Kyle Goon and Aaron Falk discuss the Jazz's rough road trip, Rodney Hood's move to the bench, and what seems to be the end of Deron Williams' NBA career.

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Rudy Gobert is hurt, and it's time for the Jazz to take stock of their assets from 2017-11-15T22:25:41

Rudy Gobert is out at least four weeks with a knee injury. Joe Johnson will miss another two weeks because of his wrist. Ricky Rubio is out of sorts, and the Jazz are below .500. Where do they go f...

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Dealing with Derrick Favors' diminished role from 2017-11-09T19:03:30

The Jazz have lost three straight, and Derrick Favors' role seems to have only shrunk. Trib reporters Kyle Goon, Tony Jones and Aaron Falk discuss.

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Bizarro Rick Rubio is here to save the Utah Jazz from 2017-11-03T16:20:48

We've made jokes about Ricky Rubio's shooting form, but the point guard has scored 20-plus points in three straight games and has been a key piece of the Jazz's offense.

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Donovan Mitchell, if you're listening, keep shooting. from 2017-10-28T16:00:39

On this week's podcast, Tribune reporters Tony Jones, Kyle Goon and Aaron Falk look at the Jazz's offensive struggles and debate whether or not Donovan Mitchell is shooting too much.

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Was the Jazz's come-from-behind win over Denver a microcosm of the season, or just the whole season? from 2017-10-19T22:40:58

The season has started and ya boys Kyle, Angie and Aaron talk about it
More specifically: The Zone's Angie Treasure joins the podcast to break down Utah's win over the Nuggets, Alec Burks' retu...

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Danté's fall, Donovan's rise, and an interesting trio of games to start the season from 2017-10-13T16:03:29

Tribune reporters Tony Jones, Kyle Goon and Aaron Falk discuss the Utah Jazz. On this week's episode: Dante Exum's injury and prospects moving forward; Donovan Mitchell's breakout preseason perform...

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A way too preseaon-y look at the Jazz's offense, all world-defender Ekpe Udoh from 2017-10-06T19:22:52

A way too preseaon-y look at the Jazz's offense, all world-defender Ekpe Udoh by The Salt Lake Tribune

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Can Rodney Hood be the NBA's Most Improved Player? from 2017-09-28T22:23:56

Can Rodney Hood be the NBA's Most Improved Player?
Can Derrick Favors and Rudy Gobert play together?
Will they?
This week's Media Day kicked off the Jazz's preseason training camp, and ...

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Getting back in a training camp groove from 2017-09-19T22:30:41

Training camp is just around the corner, so it's time to get back in a preseason groove. Trib reporters Tony Jones, Kyle Goon and Aaron Falk discuss Rodney Hood's role and extension talks; Rudy Gob...

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Why Joe Ingles was coming back to Utah "no matter what" from 2017-07-26T18:45:48

Sometimes you have to spend money to make money. Just ask Joe Ingles. The Aussie forward said he spent about $12 on an Uber ride from his hotel in Los Angeles to his free agency meeting with the Ut...

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Afterward: Donovan Mitchell, Summer League hot takes, and life after Gordon Hayward from 2017-07-20T20:13:10

Gordon Hayward is gone, so how can the Jazz pick up the pieces? Is Donovan Mitchell for real? Tribune reporters Tony Jones, Kyle Goon and Aaron Falk look at Hayward's exit from Utah and some scorin...

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How worried should the Jazz be about Boston's summer plans? from 2017-06-27T22:18:41

Reports are swirling about Danny Ainge's desire to try to pair Gordon Hayward and Paul George together. How worried should the Jazz be about Boston's summer plans? Salt Lake Tribune reporters Tony ...

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NBA Draft preview — Should the Jazz move up? Who is available at 24? from 2017-06-20T22:15:15

What will the Jazz do in Thursday's NBA draft? Should they move up? Or could they look to package picks and make a splash in the trade market? The Salt Lake Tribune's Tony Jones, Kyle Goon and Aaro...

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Game 7: Win or go home from 2017-04-30T07:49:44

KSL.com's Andy B. Larsen joins us LIVE in this prerecorded podcast to discuss Game 7.

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What do the Utah Jazz need to do to beat the Clippers in Game 3? from 2017-04-20T23:16:43

Trib reporters Tony Jones and Aaron Falk look at the Jazz's chances in Game 3? Should the hack DeAndre Jordan? And how can Gordon Hayward get going against Luc Mbah a Moute?

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Gobert falls, Joe Jesus rises: Looking back at Jazz-Clippers Game 1 from 2017-04-16T08:59:39

Joe Johnson saved the Jazz in Game 1. How can they survive without Rudy Gobert? The Salt Lake Tribune's Tony Jones and Aaron Falk, joined by KSL's Andy Larsen and the Orange County Register's Bill ...

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Previewing Game 1 of Jazz-Clippers from 2017-04-15T21:22:15

It has been five years since the Utah Jazz’s last trip to the postseason. It hasn’t been quite that long since the last time we got together for a podcast, but Tony and I ended our own drought last...

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Quin Snyder On #DanteWatch from 2017-03-03T18:43:12

Quin Snyder on why he dislikes #DanteWatch

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Finding peace, slowing point guards, All-Star snubs and midseason awards. from 2017-01-18T23:34:50

Tribune reporters Tony Jones and Aaron Falk look at the Utah Jazz at the halfway point, including their troubles slowing opposing guards, their own point guard problems, Gordon Hayward and Rudy Gob...

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And we're back. How the Jazz have survived their injuries, new CBA, keeping Gordon Hayward and more. from 2016-12-16T20:28:44

Salt Lake Tribune reporters Tony Jones and Aaron Falk discuss the Jazz's rise in the West and how they've managed to survive a brutal stretch of injuries, the new CBA and why the Jazz can keep Gord...

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TribJazz — Rudy Gobert, the $100-Million Man; Jazz head East; KD vs. Enes vs. Tony from 2016-11-04T19:21:48

Rudy Gobert just signed new four-year extension. What would you do with $100 million? Will Derrick Favors or George Hill sign extensions next? Is Alec Burks going to be OK? The Knicks look bad. Kev...

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TribJazz — Life on Mars, Joe Johnson awakens, Derrick Favors' return & Twitter beefs from 2016-10-28T18:53:37

Boris Diaw would live on Mars, but Tony would not. We discuss Joe Johnson's sleepy preseason and 29-point game in Portland, Derrick Favors' return to practice and Twitter beefs with YG and Damian L...

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TribJazz — Prepping for Portland and Damian Lillard, GM survey, preseason awards & soup! from 2016-10-21T18:33:21

The Jazz's season tips off for real this week in Portland. Can the point guards slow Damian Lillard? Plus Tony's thoughts on Lillard's new album, the NBA GM survey and, of course soup. Tony loves s...

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TribJazz — Hayward's Busted Finger, Early Worries & Why Tony Always Travels With His XBox from 2016-10-14T16:43:20

Salt Lake Tribune reporters Aaron Falk and Tony Jones discuss the Utah Jazz, Gordon Hayward's injury, who steps up in his absence, preseason worries and why Tony always brings his XBox on road trips.

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TribJazz — Breakups, Preseason Observations, Anthem Statements & Trey Burke from 2016-10-07T00:05:20

The Salt Lake Tribune's Utah Jazz podcast with Aaron Falk and Tony Jones. We start with some failed romance, then look at early preseason games, the Jazz's national anthem statement and Trey Burke ...

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TribJazz — First week of training camp & expectations for the 2016-17 season from 2016-09-29T23:16:27

Salt Lake Tribune reporters Aaron Falk and Tony Jones discuss the first week of Utah Jazz training camp, including the expectations for Danté Exum, the plan for a faster offense and Alec Burks' sta...

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