And while their spot in the standings isn't looking too strong, that doesn't mean this last stretch of the season is without value. With 28 games left on the horizon for this young Jazz squad, the group still has a lot to play for in the coming weeks, even if it may not result in a playoff appearance later this year.

The Utah Jazz are riding a high from grounding the Houston Rockets on Saturday night. In a surprising twist, the sputtering Jazz were able to reel in Houston's high-flying Jalen Green and Amen Thompson as Keyonte George scored a game-high 30 points and ignited Will Hardy's game plan.

Lauri Markkanen's wife, Verna Aho, known for her loyalty and support, remains out of the spotlight while focusing on their family. They married in 201

Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe, right, drives to the hoop against Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler, left, during the first half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Howard Lao) AP AP

The Rockets' road troubles resumed after the All-Star break with a sixth loss in a row away from home. The Utah Jazz got the better of Houston this time.

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