Why The Utah Jazz Do The Deal 

The Jazz do this deal because they’re tanking. Sometimes, it’s really that simple. 

Often, small market teams decline the route. Fair enough. They need to keep their fanbases engaged, and may not be able to afford a prolonged bout of losing as other organizations can. 

Tell that to the Oklahoma City Thunder! We shouldn’t underestimate NBA fans. They can be savvy.  In all likelihood, a large portion of Utah’s devout fanbase will be able to understand the team’s long-term vision. 

With that said, Davis Bertans won’t be part of it. In fact, his contract is fairly burdensome. That still shouldn’t dissuade the Jazz here.

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Adding another first-round pick to their collection should be a priority, and frankly, it’s hard to identify another player on this roster who’s sure to fetch one. 

Should Sexton be worth one to the Mavericks?