Jazz execute master tanking plan with Lauri Markkanen, Jaren Jackson Jr. decisions The Utah Jazz held a seven-point lead at the end of the third quarter on Saturday night against the Orlando Magic. Lauri Markkanen already had 27 points. New guy Jaren Jackson Jr. had 22 points. And neither played in the fourth quarter.

The Orlando Magic host the Utah Jazz as they attempt to win a second straight game, spoiling Jaren Jackson Jr.'s debut. Keyonte George will also play on a minutes restriction, while Lauri Markkanen will participate.

John Konchar and Vince Williams Jr. played 18 and nine minutes, respectively, and both came to the court clearly on a mission to show that they are defense-first players. On a team that ranks dead last in defense in the NBA, that kind of effort and care on that side of the ball is warmly welcomed.

Jaren Jackson Jr. has been traded to the Utah Jazz in what will be an eight-player, multiple-pick deal with the Memphis Grizzlies, a person with knowledge of the agreement told The Associated Press on Tuesday.

Will the Utah Jazz's newest addition suit up vs. the Orlando Magic?

Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 30 points, Ty Jerome added 19 and Memphis built a 20-point lead in the second half and held on for a 137-128 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves

Jaren Jackson Jr. had 30 points, Ty Jerome added 19 points with eight assists, and Jaylen Wells scored 18 to lead the Memphis Grizzlies to a 137-128 victory Monday night over the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves to snap a six-game losing streak.

When is Jaren Jackson Jr. making his debut for the Utah Jazz? Coach Hardy reveals when that time will come.