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Jazz Buy Out Jordan Clarkson as Utah Reshapes Roster

He is expected to target playoff contenders once free agency opens

Mar 17, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson (00) brings the ball up the court during the second quarter against the Chicago Bulls at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Nicoll-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Utah Jazz's Jordan Clarkson (00) defends New York Knicks' OG Anunoby (8) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Overview

  • The Utah Jazz finalized a contract buyout with veteran guard Jordan Clarkson, making him an unrestricted free agent
  • Clarkson is anticipated to pursue playoff teams, and multiple contenders have already expressed interest
  • During six seasons in Utah, he earned 2020-21 Sixth Man of the Year honors and averaged 16.2 points with 3.7 assists per game last season
  • Utah also waived forward Johnny Juzang, further clearing roster space for emerging talent
  • The franchise’s rebuild has included drafting guards Ace Bailey and Walter Clayton Jr. and trading Collin Sexton for center Jusuf Nurkic