John Collins shines as he steps into the starting lineup for the Utah Jazz, filling in for Walker Kessler. Despite a spirited effort, the Jazz fall to the Phoenix Suns, 120-112, in their NBA Cup opener. David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and Jazz NBA Insider, alongside Ron Boone, breaks down the game, highlighting Collins' impressive performance and the Jazz's struggle to contain Bradley Beal and Devin Booker. The discussion touches on the Jazz's evolving pick-and-roll defense, which has seen significant improvement from last season.

Intriguingly, the episode explores the adaptability of players like John Collins, who navigates between positions, and the promising development of Kyle Filipowski, who continues to impress with his versatility. The conversation raises questions about the Jazz's long-term strategy, particularly how they balance player development with competitive play. How will the Jazz's commitment to growth impact their season? Tune in to hear more insights and analysis from David Locke and Ron Boone.

0:00 Intro
2:00 John Collins in Starting Lineup
4:24 Jazz's Pick-and-Roll Defense
6:36 Phoenix Suns' Offensive Strategy
10:51 Lauri Markkanen's Development
12:35 Season Development Strategy