Why The Utah Jazz Do The Deal 

If there’s a counterargument against the Jazz tanking, it’s a simple one: it’s too late. 

To be sure, they’re behind the curve. The Jazz already have 19 wins – the league’s worst teams may not win many more than that. Is this really the right move? 

Yes. There’s a reason the Jazz have a better record than teams like the Pistons, Rockets, and Hornets – they have a better roster.

This team doesn’t necessarily need Victor Wembanyama, but they’d still benefit from improving their odds of drafting Brandon Miller. 

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Moreover, Duarte is no scrub. He’s a quality movement shooter that should fit right into this offense. Meanwhile, clearing Vanderbilt from the roster allows the Jazz to pair Walker Kessler and Lauri Markkanen in the frontcourt. 

Add in a first-round pick, and this is a good deal for the Jazz. Is it the right move for the Pacers?