Here’s a look back at key moments from the Miller family’s three decades-plus ownership of the Utah Jazz, with Qualtrics CEO Ryan Smith set to take over as the NBA team’s new owner.
April 11, 1985 — Larry H. Miller becomes a co-owner of the Utah Jazz when he purchases a 50% stake in the team for $9.5 million.
June 18, 1985 — The Jazz select Louisiana Tech forward Karl Malone with the 13th pick in the 1985 NBA Draft.
June 16, 1986 — The Millers purchase the franchise outright, paying $17.