Damn, that might mean that they are subtly letting Jordan Clarkson go and keeping the big men in their roster. I respect that move because it's a lot easier to keep above-average players who constantly performs rather than players that are explosive and an obvious over-achiever because over time, it will be hard to keep them in terms of money and control. Lauri Markkanen is that one dude that is rarely being put in the spotlight but you can see performing despite it all. Walker Kessler, on the other hand, is a consistent player with great sense for assisting his team and helping whenever possible. Might not be the best shooter in the franchise but his blocks, rebounds, and overall rotation on the inside makes Utah Jazz a capable team.
Utah Jazz learned their lesson the hard way when it comes to keeping players for a long time. Jordan Clarkson may have been performing better in the offensive end but I doubt they really like that kind of type, it's a mirror of Donovan Mitchell and they also let him go. Maybe they could keep Clarkson as long as the contract will be not that high so they can have enough room to add more roleplayers.
That's good for Clarkson so he will be able to find a team that will give his demand. I believe his demand is fair with what he showed this season so far, lots of teams will surely be interested on him and I'm sure before this article was published, Clarkson already had a series of talks with the management.
So guys, where do you think Clarkson would land?
It made me go thru different teams but I cannot really find one yet where he would be best suited. Detroit Pistons might be a good spot as they lack a star player but there's a chance they will build up with Cade Cunningham being the centerpiece. Maybe Spurs, to connect the rumors on why he bought the place in San Antonio.
And I still have my doubts that the Jazz will just let him go, it could just be a strategy to force him into the same contract if ever no team is willing to take him.
