How can Utah Jazz SURVIVE the unthinkable challenge of no Jaren Jackson?

Will the Utah Jazz put Mo Bamba into the starting lineup and Will Hardy’s signature style returns. Jaren Jackson Jr.’s extended absence forces a shakeup in the rotation, with Lauri Markkanen moving to power forward and rookies Ace Bailey and Darryn Peterson taking on bigger defensive roles. Can the Jazz stay competitive in a loaded Western Conference, or will a brutal January schedule derail their playoff hopes? The conversation focused on Utah’s drastic increase in pick-and-roll frequency, the challenges of maintaining defensive intensity, and persistent rebounding woes with Jaxson Hayes and Mo Bamba anchoring the paint. A key theme that emerged was Hardy’s emphasis on young guards surviving being “hunted” on defense and the opportunities this creates for the team’s long-term growth. The discussion explored how changes in player roles and style could spark renewed energy, with upcoming tests against the San Antonio Spurs and undefeated Portland Trail Blazers looming large. 0:00 Show Open 2:00: Should Mo Bamba start 7:00: Isaiah Collier and Jaxson Hayes connection 15:53 Jazz Playing Style Shift 23:24 Defensive Challenges & Will’s Wednesday 32:44 Early Season NBA Notes Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Quo Money is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/LOCKEDONNBA . Wayfair Transform your space with pieces that hold up to real life. Join Wayfair Rewards today and get five percent back on every purchase. Head to https://Wayfair.com or shop the Wayfair app for all things home. Every style. Every home. KALSHI Today's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel This season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.