Will the Utah Jazz tank or compete this season? Leif Thulin, filling in for David Locke, breaks down the Jazz's schedule and predicts a challenging 17-65 record. He analyzes key development points, including Ace Bailey's role expansion and Lauri Markkanen's trade potential. Thulin spotlights Taylor Hendricks, Keyonte George, and Cody Williams as players with the most to prove, emphasizing their importance to the Jazz's future. The host explores how a potential top draft pick could shape the team's rebuild, discussing prospects like AJ Dybantsa and Cam Boozer. Discover why defensive improvement is crucial for the Jazz and how it could impact their long-term success. Tune in for an in-depth look at the Jazz's upcoming season and the factors that will define their success.

0:00 Intro: Jazz schedule release and win predictions

5:06 Projected record and lineup changes in January

10:11 Three key things to monitor this season

15:46 Markkanen trade rumors and Filipowski's role

20:21 Players with the most to prove this season

25:57 Cody Williams' path to success as defender

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