Uncovering the Real Cause Behind Jazz's Transition Defense Struggles and Luka Dončić's Unprecedented Slump:

Utah Jazz's transition defense is under the spotlight as David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and Jazz NBA Insider, breaks down the numbers revealing its impact on the team's performance. With a staggering 26% of defensive possessions in transition, the Jazz are struggling to showcase their improvements in half-court defense. Can they overcome this hurdle to elevate their defensive ranking? Locke explores the reasons behind the high transition rate and challenges common narratives, offering a fresh perspective on the team's defensive woes. Luka Dončić's recent struggles also take center stage, with Locke analyzing his drop in pick-and-roll efficiency and isolation plays. How is this affecting the Dallas Mavericks' performance, and what role do teammates like Kyrie Irving and Klay Thompson play in this dynamic? The episode dives into the intricacies of player performance and team strategy, providing listeners with a comprehensive look at the current NBA landscape. 0:00 Intro 5:09 Transition Defense Analysis 15:32 Transition Defense Continued 20:06 Offensive Rebounding and Transition 25:13 Luka Dončić's Struggles 30:20 Late Game Defense Issues 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.