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Utah Jazz: Kirilenko will not play for Russia this summer
Contrary to a report from Europe suggesting he would, Jazz forward Andrei Kirilenko will not play for his native Russia in the upcoming Eurobasket 2009 tournament.
Hollis: Jazz are in the back of the line for free agents
As if the Los Angeles Lakers, fresh from the franchise's 15th NBA championship, weren't tough enough to begin with, they just added renowned tough guy Ron Artest to a lineup that's already loaded.
Utah Jazz: Paul Millsap valuable but not a franchise changer
Because I've never had an agent or anyone bidding over my services, I don't completely understand the concept of free agency.
Jazz have options with potential Boozer trade
Should they explore a Carlos Boozer trade in the wake of the two-time All-Star forward's decision Tuesday to opt against free agency in favor of playing out the final year of his contract, the Jazz can expect to have several options.
Jazz talked Kirilenko for McGrady trade
The Jazz , it's been learned and confirmed, engaged in recent trade talk with the Houston Rockets about a possible deal that would have brought seven-time NBA All-Star swingman to Utah for small forward Andrei Kirilenko .
Monson: Are the Jazz killing their fans?
One of the most interesting aspects to the news of the past week regarding the Jazz, namely that their big free agents opted in and that their team could remain essentially the same as it was before, only at a much higher cost, is the split it created among Jazz fans.
Jazz draftees top league roster
Not surprisingly, the Utah Jazz's summer-league roster will include their two recent draft picks and their only sophomore.
The Forward Thinking of a Powerful Frontcourt Dilemma
The attribution of the success that has been rendered to the Utah Jazz has been spread widely and thoroughly throughout the numerous members of the organization for the last score; from longtime head coach Jerry Sloan to the recently-deceased majority owner Larry Miller to the legends of the team, largely Karl Malone and John Stockton, whose high ...
Utah Jazz: Millsap won't wait long for offer
General manager Kevin O'Connor has said the Jazz will make a contract offer to their own restricted free agent power forward, Paul Millsap, as soon as the NBA's summer negotiating period opens at 10 p.m. Tuesday.
Tyler Hansbrough #50 of the North Carolina Tar Heels celebrates with his teammates after they won 89-72 against the Michigan State Spartans during the 2009 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball National Championship game at Ford Field on April 6, 2009 in Detroit, Michigan.
Utah Jazz: Team faces decision on Fesenko
Even with their luxury-tax concerns, the Jazz are realistic when it comes to finding a reserve center with any hope of contributing and a cheaper price tag than the $870,000 that Kyrylo Fesenko is set to make next season.
Where in the World is Andrei Kirilenko?
Return To Dans's Blog! Andrei on the Water So Andrei Kirilenko, a jet ski, and a pig walk into a bara I dona t have a punchline for it yet but I do have the picture thanks to a friend of mine on vacation in the Bahamas at the same time as the Jazz forward.
Utah's AK-47 Pushing The Limits Of His Yearly Allowance
It was a little more than two years ago that Andrei Kirilenko's wife Masha Lopatova famously told ESPN The Magazine, "what's forbidden is always desirable", thus explaining the logic behind her allowing her Jazz F husband an annual free pass for one extra-marital encounter .
Sister trio roots loud for the Jazz
Utah Jazz players and team management may be unaware of a unique enclave of dedicated -- some might even say rabid -- fans living in Utah Valley.
Kirilenko's ride on the ultimate gravy train
I recently read where a 24-year-old Brit named Ben Southall landed what is being called the world's best job.
Rumors: Pistons to make a run at Ben Gordon?
Pistons will make a run at Ben Gordon The Pistons are said to be gearing up for a run at Ben Gordon , liking the idea of a three-guard rotation of Gordon, Rip Hamilton and Rodney Stuckey .
Rafter Alston Facing Suspension After Slap...or Is He?
The World Famous LayupDrill Rumor Mill 5/7/09 In the midst of the Celtics 112-94 beat down of the Orlando Magic in Game 2 of their series was an incident that occurred late in the second half... by D.Michael Lee 11 reads May 07, 2009 In the midst of the Celtics 112-94 beat down of the Orlando Magic in Game 2 of their series was an incident that ...
Jazz are facing plenty of tough offseason decisions
Now that another Utah Jazz season has come to another disappointing conclusion, questions are floating out there about what to do with next year's team.
The only representative of Russia in NBA Andrei Kirilenko can swap to another club in the off-season. According to the American newspaper Salt Lake Tribune Golden State are interested in services of the most well-paid player of Jazz Andrei Kirilenko.
Ask the Expert: Let's make a deal for the Jazz
After reading articles about various rumors, I'm wondering what you think about any of these possible trades or player moves: 1. Trade Carlos Boozer and Ronnie Brewer to Chicago for Ben Gordon.