Jazz's Pick-and-Roll Defense: From Last to Third Best Thanks to Walker Kessler

Utah Jazz's pick-and-roll defense has skyrocketed from last to third-best in the NBA, a transformation driven by strategic coaching changes and standout performances from players like Walker Kessler and John Collins. David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and Jazz NBA Insider, breaks down the numbers, revealing how the Jazz have improved their defense by 0.15 points per pick-and-roll, translating to a significant 10-point advantage per game. Can the Jazz maintain this defensive prowess against the Phoenix Suns, who lead the league in pick-and-roll plays? David Locke also explores the broader NBA landscape, analyzing real versus misleading statistics as the season progresses. With insights into the Jazz's pace, three-point rate, and free throw success, Locke questions whether these metrics will hold true. He also highlights the challenges faced by teams like Milwaukee, struggling with late-game strategies, and the impressive late-game execution by the Boston Celtics. How will these dynamics shape the season's outcome? Tune in to Locked On Jazz for a deep dive into these compelling narratives. 0:00 Intro 5:10 Utah Jazz Pick-and-Roll Defense 10:47 Phoenix Suns Challenge 15:20 Real vs. Unreal NBA Stats 20:56 Western Conference Dominance 26:03 Rockets vs. Pistons Game Analysis 31:42 Miami vs. Minnesota Late Game 34:15 Late Game Team Performances Locked On Jazz Podcast 💻 https://www.lockedonjazz.net Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOJazz?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA Follow David Locke on Twitter: 📲 https://twitter.com/DLocke09 #NBA #UtahJazz #WillHardy #DannyAinge #jordanclarkson #laurimarkkanen Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Mint Mobile To get the new customer offer and your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just $15 a month, go to mintmobile.com/lockedonnba. See Mint Mobile for details. Robinhood Robinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel You can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.