The allure of the Utah Jazz’s playoff hopes comes from its deepened bench. For the first time in this Jazz iteration’s history, they have a deep team 1-15. George Hill getting tired? Throw in the #5 lottery pick Dante Exum. Gordon Hayward need a rest? Joe Johnson is ready to step in. Rodney Hood just not clicking? Hello, Alec Burks. Derrick Favors not providing enough spacing? Send in Trey Lyles. Rudy Gobert getting countered by a small lineup? Send in the other Frenchman, Boris Diaw.
This team has countless options and flexes. Those that are hopeful that it produces a playoff lineup will be happy to hear this news.