Jedi & JERMS

The Utah Jazz just wrapped up their Pre-Christmas road trip and it wasn’t pretty. We breakdown the struggles and bemoan the constant barrage of injuries that the Jazz seem unable to avoid. We look ahead to the next five games and, with anticipation, the lighter January schedule. Can the Jazz still make the playoffs? Could […]

The Utah Jazz just wrapped up their Pre-Christmas road trip and it wasn't pretty. We breakdown the struggles and bemoan the constant barrage of injuries that the Jazz seem unable to avoid. We look ahead to the next five games and, with anticipation, the lighter January schedule. Can the Jazz still make the playoffs? Could a trade still happen? Kevin Pelton has Donovan Mitchell third on his rookie rankings. We continue to look at the rookie race. In NBA News and Notes: An intimate video of Isaiah Thomas' thoughts on the trade that sent him to Cleveland. Also Embiid's injury and the Chicago Bulls are 6-0 since the return of Mirotic. In our Pop Culture segment, John discusses the Netflix Original Series Godless and reviews Lady Bird. Plus we review and share our spoiler-filled thoughts on Star Wars: The Last Jedi.

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This week we look at the NBA Rookie of the Year race. Can Donovan Mitchell catch Ben Simmons? We discuss Mitchell's surge of late and just how special an NBA player he's becoming. The Utah Jazz have lost four straight and face a mountain of a brutal schedule over the next seven games. We look ahead on what to expect. In NBA news, the Brooklyn Nets trade Trevor Booker to Philadelphia for Jahlil Okafor and Nik Stauskas. John Wall makes his return to the Wizards. What are the current conference standings. Listener Questions delves into what lineup changes the Jazz could make. And in our Pop Culture segment, we review Justice League and John looks ahead to the Hollywood's Awards Season.

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We've reached the quarter mark of the NBA season. The Utah Jazz are below .500 and continue to struggle. We analyze the state of the team, including the flip from defense to offense. The Jazz struggles on defense coincide with the absence of Rudy Gobert. Devin says welcome to #TankNote; John and Alan disagree. Can the Utah Jazz right the ship? Plus John breaks down the current playoff outlook for the Eastern and Western Conferences. Is Brad Stevens the early favorite to win Coach of the Year? Devin's Quick Hits take on the college football playoff predictions and Lavar Ball. John reviews Mudbound and joins Alan in review of Law & Order: True Crimes.

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The Utah Jazz are struggling. After a strong start at home, they've dropped three in a row, including two at home. What is the root of the struggles? Ricky Rubio and Rodney Hood are struggling offensively. A listener asks why Rudy Gobert isn't getting more lobs and shots at the rim. We discuss the chemistry between Gobert and Rubio as well as the way other teams are playing Gobert. Donovan Mitchell continues to impress. The Phoenix Suns trade Eric Bledsoe to Milwaukee for Greg Monroe and a draft pick. Devin's quick hits delve into College Football and the NFL. We discuss and review Stranger Things 2 and Thor: Ragnarok.

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NBA opening week is in the books. Week one reaction and analysis of the Utah Jazz first five games. We look at the good, the bad, and the ugly. Ekpe Udoh is the backup center the Jazz have been looking for. Rudy Gobert and Udoh dominate the paint. How good is Donovan Mitchell? Alec Burks return is rejuvenating and promising. What are the concerns to watch for in the coming weeks for the Jazz? We look ahead to the upcoming four game home stand. Earl Watson is the first fired coach in the still very young NBA season. Eric Bledsoe requests a trade. Devin's Quick Hits delves into MLB and the NFL. John reviews The Snowman.

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It's go time for the 2017-18 NBA season! The Utah Jazz get a nice win over the Denver Nuggets on opening night. We give instant reaction and analysis on the game, particularly the positives to draw from it. We look ahead to the next few games and give our predictions. In NBA notes and news, we look over the other teams that have been in action and what games have stood out in the very young season. Gordon Hayward suffers a horrifying injury, while Jeremy Lin also goes down with injury. A listener asks who will be the first NBA coach fired this season and Devin's Quick Hits checks in on baseball and the NFL. Finally, John watched Netflix's Death Note and Alan discusses Law & Order True Crime a story about the Menedez Brothers.

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It's time for our annual season predictions! Who will be in the NBA Finals? Who will win MVP, DPOY, Rookie of the Year and Coach of the Year? We discuss our predictions. The Utah Jazz have completed their 2017-18 preseason campaign undefeated. We talk about the highlights. Dante Exum goes down with injury. Super Rudy Block! Possible changes to the NBA Playoff format. Stay tuned for another fabulous edition of Devin's Quick Hits. John reviews Blade Runner 2049. We discuss the latest trailer for Star Wars: The Last Jedi. And finally, Devin discusses why you should see the TV series, Atypical.

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This week guest host, and friend of the show, Shawn Heywood (not Hayward) joins the show. The Utah Jazz kick off preseason play. What are the takeaways from the games we've seen thus far? What's the best/worst case scenario for the season? The NBA GM Survey was released. How did the Jazz fare on the list? Hint: Rudy Gobert had a little something to say in response. What about the rest of the NBA, including season awards? We break down the results. Plus, the NBA institutes changes to the All-star Game. Cam Newton, BYU vs Boise State and Utah vs Stanford are among topics in this week's edition of Devin's Quick Hits. Finally, in pop culture, John reviews American Made. We talk favorite TV shows and much more.

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The 2017-18 NBA season is inching closer and closer. Utah Jazz training camp has kicked off, starting with media day this past Monday, September 25. We hit the highlights. We also discuss the newly renovated Vivint Smart Home Arena that opened to the public on Tuesday, including the unveiling of the newest addition out front - the J Note statue. Carmelo Anthony has a new home, as does Dwyane Wade. We'll look at their impact on their new teams. Plus our weekly edition of Devin's Quick Hits. Finally John reviews Kingsman 2 and adds recommendation to watch PBS' Ken Burns' The Vietnam War. 

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