Utah Jazz Podcast Network

It was a historic announcement Wednesday! The Miller family sold its majority interest in the Utah Jazz to Ryan Smith. JP caught up with Clint Betts to understand Ryan’s background and how he started a company in a basement to NBA ownership. Here’s a rundown of this week’s episode: Intros 3:00 — Junior Jazz and Ryan Smith 7:55 — How Ryan transformed Silicon Slopes 15:45 — Hair talk

The Jazz’s latest signing is….Nayo Campbell. She joins UtahJazz.com as a digital content reporter and producer. JP and Nayo discuss her background and what she plans to do with the team. Here’s a rundown of this week’s episode: Intros 5:20 — Howard to the NBA 7:35 — Celebrity interviews 14:00 — Broadcasting inspirations 22:40 — Early impressions of Utah 26:05 — Thoughts and plans for the team

With the Lakers winning the title, it is officially the NBA offseason. What are the moves and objectives for the club before next year? JP takes a look with Bobby Marks, ESPN’s front office insider. Here’s a rundown of this week’s episode: Intros 3:30 — Taking an internship with the Nets 7:30 — Working out Kobe Bryant 14:55 — The Deron Williams trade 20:05 — Dealing with Justin Zanik and the Jazz...

Can #HeatCulture be replicated? JP thinks so. He dives into Miami with Joy Taylor, co-host of The Herd, to talk about the NBA Finals. Here’s a rundown of this week’s episode: Intros 3:45 — Joy’s Finals stress 12:30 — Landing in media 15:50 — Radio during the Big Three 25:05 — Dealing with fans online 27:15 — Herro face

Norm Van Lier, pasta, and golf. ESPN’s P.J. Carlesimo dished on the Jazz’s performance in the bubble. He explains how Donovan Mitchell can take another step.  Here’s a rundown of this week’s episode: Intros 2:45 — Mike Breen and Brian Anderson are the golfers to watch in Orlando 9:50 — How Donovan’s game can transfer to international play 17:40 — Dream Team 23:15 — Jerry Sloan 24:40 — Clippers-Nug...

The Jazz’s season ended after 7-grueling games against the Nuggets. Jake Scott, Jazz radio pre/half/post and The Big Show, gives his thoughts on the series and looks ahead to the offseason. Here’s a rundown of this week’s episode: Intros 2:20 — 475 points combined from Donovan Mitchell and Jamal Murray 5:00 — Chris Haynes reports an extension for Donovan 6:00 — “The series was incredible” 13:30 —...

Reacting to last night’s Game 6. Denver staves elimination. JP gets into the Murray vs. Mitchell battle.

On Wednesday, the playoffs were postponed. JP talks to Clinton Yates about why that happened and what they see moving forward. Here’s a rundown of this week’s episode: Intros 3:15 — The reaction to Clinton’s latest column 9:35 — What could come next

Why did Paul Millsap stare down Donovan? It didn’t end well! Mitchell finished with 51 points?!?! JP recaps it with FanDuel’s Rob Perez and Angie Treasure. Rob gives his take on the series and says something nice about Royce O’Neale. Here’s a rundown of this week’s episode: Intros 0:55 — Donovan leveling up 8:25 — “Donovan has it.” 18:00 — Royce O’Neale 20:10 — Luka Doncic 31:20 — Michael Jordan C...

He’s second in all-time wins for the Denver Nuggets behind Doug Moe. Longtime NBA head coach George Karl gives his thoughts on Jazz-Nuggets. Plus, JP plays remember some guys with the 90’s Utah-Seattle series. Here’s a rundown of this week’s episode: Intros 1:35 — Donovan’s start to the series 6:25 — Mike Conley’s quarantine  9:15 — Johnnie Bryant to New York 12:25 — George’s meeting with Donovan...

Denver and Utah will meet in the playoffs. ESPN’s Jorge Sedano and TNT’s Stephanie Ready discussed the matchup. Plus, JP gets into the basketball implications of Mike’s absence.  Here’s a rundown of this week’s episode: Intros 1:20 — Behind Mike 100% 6:20 — Jorge Sedano on Denver 9:00 — Stephanie Ready on the latter moments of Jazz-Nuggets 12:40 — Donovan Mitchell’s growth

If you’re listening to this podcast, you know about Locked on Jazz. The radio voice of the Utah Jazz David Locke stops by to preview Utah’s first round series. Plus, he goes into his career beginnings in sports radio. Here’s a rundown of this week’s episode: Intros 1:20 — Jazz’s starters went +30 in 84 minutes in the bubble 6:15 — Why David starts his broadcasts with “Hello, how are you?” 15:20 —...

Reaction to Saturday’s double-overtime thriller. TNT’s Stephanie Ready had a front row seat to the game. JP caught up with Stephanie. She had high praise for Rudy and Donovan. Here’s a rundown of this week’s episode: Intros 3:00 — The Young Guys against San Antonio 5:05 — Jazz-Nuggets 9:40 — Stephanie on growing up in Maryland around basketball 17:05 — Changes in basketball from the G-League to th...

Serious sports talk! JP catches up with Jorge Sedano to take a look around the Western Conference. Who is the best matchup for the Jazz? Here’s a rundown of this week’s episode: Intros 1:00 — Takeaway from LA and Memphis 5:30 — Jorge explains what's going on with the Lakers 12:20 — “I think the Clippers are the deepest team in the league.” 22:50 — Are the Nuggets ‘in the conversation?’ 28:15 — His...

Usually it’s a group of 60+ in the Jazz traveling party. In Orlando, the team sent less than 40 people. What’s it like? JP caught up with UtahJazz.com’s Aaron Falk to get insight on the bubble. Here’s a rundown of this week’s episode: Intros 2:20 — Takeaway from New Orleans 4:55 — Passing against OKC 7:35 — Mailman Aaron 13:55 — “I’ve seen Bol Bol everywhere” 17:20 — The making of Ingles Insight 2...

Ian Eagle and Stan Van Gundy will have the Pelicans game on Thursday. JP asks Ian about what fans can expect from Thursday’s broadcast.  Here’s a rundown of this week’s episode: Intros 1:45 — Mike Conley, Donovan Mitchell, and Joe Ingles speak on the messages they want to elevate during this time 6:30 — “I had a hamburger for dinner” 15:40 — Working with Stan Van Gundy 20:10 — How the broadcast wi...

Bleacher Report’s Taylor Rooks is reporting from inside the NBA’s Orlando Campus. Her first video included Rudy Gobert. JP reviews the first two scrimmages and discusses the latest from Disney with the 'Take it There' host. Here’s a rundown of this week’s episode: Intros 0:55 — Two scrimmages in the book 5:40 — Headlines: Zion, WNBA, and the LA Times 11:00 — Taylor describes her experience with a...

The show is back with Boler! TV play-by-play voice Craig Bolerjack spent the hiatus keeping tabs on basketball, and with the game back, he previews what the viewing experience will be like. He touched on the Restart and #WholeNewGame. Here’s a rundown of this week’s episode: Previously on 5:30 — How Craig will approach a broadcast without fans 14:15 — Serving as Hot Rod Hundley’s analyst  21:10 —...

An update on the podcast schedule for Roundball Roundup. For official team statements, check out UtahJazz.com.

How have the Jazz won 5 in a row? JP examines that question and looks at the focus for the next couple of defensive teams. Plus, Alema Harrington reviews Jordan Clarkson’s latest looks! A rundown of the episode: 2:45 — Utah is an offensive team 4:45 — Beating Boston and Detroit 10:15 — Why is there a new importance on walk-in outfits 11:40 — Rating JC’s style

Things are going according to Mike Smith’s plan! Utah beats Cleveland and New York. Plus, JP catches up with AT&T SportsNet’s Alema Harrington.  A rundown of the episode: 0:45 — Mike Smith prophecy is being fulfilled! 4:15 — Meeting Cuba Gooding Jr. after Jerry McGuire 9:25 — How he approaches pre/half/post 15:05 — “Juggernaut” 17:35 — Donovan’s play 23:30 — Bogey breaking out

Part two with Mike Smith! The AT&T SportsNet analyst shares the lessons learned from Hot Rod Hundley. Plus, JP gets into the rhythm Utah is trying to get into ahead of Friday’s game against the Celtics.  A rundown of the episode: 1:30— Donovan dunks over Rui 4:45 — Cleveland and New York 7:15 — Why Mike chose BYU 13:10 — “Quite frankly I lost my confidence for the first time in my life.” 15:40 — “...

Lineups are discussed. Starting and otherwise. JP gets into the last two and speaks to AT&T Sports analyst Mike Smith about what’s going on. Part one of a two part conversation.  A rundown of the episode: 0:25 — A reading from Andre Iguadola’s The Sixth Man 4:45 — Wednesday’s encouraging points 6:20 — “I fell into it (basketball).” 10:25 — Learning from Kevin McHale and Larry Bird 13:20 — “Mike Co...

Part two of JP’s conversation with Thurl Bailey! The Jazz analyst gives his motivation for playing basketball - Dr. J. Plus, why Rudy guarding Russ is a fascinating tactical move. A rundown of the episode: 0:25 — #NBACliches 4:25 — Defending the Pocket Rockets 7:10 — Thurl explains why he got into basketball 12:00 — Memories from his first year in the league 16:55 — On John and Karl working out: “...

What’s on the Jazz’s vision board for the final third of the season? JP provides mini-previews of Jazz-Spurs and Jazz-Rockets before talking to Jazz TV analyst Thurl Bailey. Big T gives his thoughts on the state of the team. A rundown of the episode: 0:35 — Checking in on 538 2:45 — Remembering the Spurs mid-range and Pocket Rockets 5:10 — What’s more nerve-wracking for Thurl, national anthem or G...