Ryan Miller

'This is what was expected': Utah Jazz stay at No. 9 in draft following lottery

'This is what was expected': Utah Jazz stay at No. 9 in draft following lottery

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted May 16 - 7:58 p.m.

Lady Luck didn't shine on the Utah Jazz on Tuesday.
NBA draft lottery: Can Collin Sexton's $2 bills help the Jazz land a top-4 pick?

NBA draft lottery: Can Collin Sexton's $2 bills help the Jazz land a top-4 pick?

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted May 16 - 10:24 a.m.

The Jazz have 4.5% chance of landing the No. 1 pick on Tuesday, and with it generational talent Victor Wembanyama.
Jazz draft prep gets into full swing with NBA combine

Jazz draft prep gets into full swing with NBA combine

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted May 15 - 10:42 a.m.

Utah holds three first round picks in next month's draft.
Lauri Markkanen snubbed from All-NBA teams

Lauri Markkanen snubbed from All-NBA teams

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted May 10 - 6:15 p.m.

On Wednesday, Markkanen was snubbed from the All-NBA teams, finishing in a distant seventh among NBA forwards.
Jazz center Walker Kessler named to the NBA All-Rookie team

Jazz center Walker Kessler named to the NBA All-Rookie team

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted May 8 - 12:39 p.m.

Walker Kessler is the first Jazz rookie to be named to the All-Rookie team in five seasons.
Have You Seen This? Tampa Bay shortstop pulls bold move fielding routine grounder

Have You Seen This? Tampa Bay shortstop pulls bold move fielding routine grounder

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted May 4 - 3:37 p.m.

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco turned a routine groundout into anything but on Wednesday.
Markkanen got night off military service to receive most improved player award

Markkanen got night off military service to receive most improved player award

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 25 - 1:04 p.m.

On Monday evening (or Tuesday morning for him), there was confirmation of Lauri Markkanen's rising status in the NBA.
Lauri Markkanen wins most improved player award, and he may have another leap in him

Lauri Markkanen wins most improved player award, and he may have another leap in him

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 5:04 p.m.

The Utah Jazz All-Star forward was named the NBA's Most Improved Player, becoming the first Jazz player to win the award.
Alex Jensen will not return to Jazz bench next season

Alex Jensen will not return to Jazz bench next season

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 22 - 9:43 p.m.

The former University of Utah star and longest tenured Jazz assistant will not be retained by Jazz coach Will Hardy, KSL.com has confirmed.
Have You Seen This? Lauri Markkanen enters military service in Finland

Have You Seen This? Lauri Markkanen enters military service in Finland

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 20 - 3:45 p.m.

Lauri Markkanen's golden curls are gone.
Jazz rookies looking to make big jump in summer

Jazz rookies looking to make big jump in summer

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 19 - 12:37 p.m.

An unnamed Utah Jazz player brought Will Hardy a list of six things he wanted to work on in the offseason, and asked the Jazz head coach to rank them.
Jazz's Jordan Clarkson doesn't know what future holds with Utah

Jazz's Jordan Clarkson doesn't know what future holds with Utah

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 17 - 11:07 a.m.

Clarkson could be a free agent this summer.
Jazz's Markkanen, Kessler named finalists for NBA awards

Jazz's Markkanen, Kessler named finalists for NBA awards

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 14 - 4:36 p.m.

Lauri Markkanen was named a finalist for Most Improved Player and Walker Kessler is up for Rookie of the Year.
Jazz execs look forward to offseason that will be 'much more fun than last year'

Jazz execs look forward to offseason that will be 'much more fun than last year'

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 12 - 5:16 p.m.

Danny Ainge is ready to have fun this offseason.
A look at where the Utah Jazz stand on player options, free agents and non-guaranteed deals

A look at where the Utah Jazz stand on player options, free agents and non-guaranteed deals

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 10 - 2:03 p.m.

The future was a common topic as the Utah Jazz sat down for end-of-season media sessions. But not everyone will be part of that future.
Where will the Jazz pick in the 2023 NBA draft?

Where will the Jazz pick in the 2023 NBA draft?

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 9 - 5:45 p.m.

With a loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday in the season finale, the Utah Jazz finished with a 37-45 record, the ninth worst record in the league. That gives them a 20.3% chance at getting a top-four pick at next month's draft lottery, and a 4.5% chance at the No. 1 overall pick.
'I love them and I'm proud of them': Jazz coach reflects on season after final game

'I love them and I'm proud of them': Jazz coach reflects on season after final game

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 9 - 5:29 p.m.

LeBron James was remarkable on Sunday, scoring 36 points and hitting eight 3-pointers. The fact that he had to be said just as much about the Jazz.
'We'll see how it goes': Markkanen's not sure how military life will be in Finland

'We'll see how it goes': Markkanen's not sure how military life will be in Finland

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 8 - 8:22 p.m.

Lauri Markkanen knew the time would eventually come. It does for all Finnish adult males.
Jazz beat Nuggets in home finale in 'full circle' moment for team

Jazz beat Nuggets in home finale in 'full circle' moment for team

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 8 - 5:38 p.m.

Utah was without seven rotation players, including its entire starting lineup against the Denver Nuggets. So, naturally, the Jazz jumped out a 19-point lead in the first half and went on to win 118-114 Saturday at Vivint Arena.
'His talent is sort of obvious': Jazz sign Luka Samanic to deal for next season

'His talent is sort of obvious': Jazz sign Luka Samanic to deal for next season

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 7 - 12:52 a.m.

Moments after the Utah Jazz's loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder ended their playoff hopes, Luka Samanic had a reason to smile.
'A tough day': Jazz's postseason hopes end in loss to Thunder

'A tough day': Jazz's postseason hopes end in loss to Thunder

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 6 - 11:55 p.m.

What many expected (and some even hoped for) over the last month of the season, is now official: There will be no postseason for the Jazz.
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen to fulfill mandatory military service in Finland

Jazz's Lauri Markkanen to fulfill mandatory military service in Finland

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 6 - 12:45 p.m.

The Utah Jazz All-Star forward intends to fulfill his mandatory service in the Finnish military this offseason, KSL.com confirmed.
'A ball of energy': Why Sexton fought to get back on the court — even for just a week

'A ball of energy': Why Sexton fought to get back on the court — even for just a week

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 5 - 12:24 a.m.

Collin Sexton returned on Tuesday after missing 18 games with a left hamstring strain, and his excitement was palpable.
LeBron James' late layup lifts Lakers to overtime victory over Jazz

LeBron James' late layup lifts Lakers to overtime victory over Jazz

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 4 - 11:54 p.m.

In a game where Utah started Udoka Azubuike and Luka Samanic against the likes of LeBron James and Anthony Davis, the Los Angeles Lakers needed a heroic performance.
Walker Kessler may miss rest of season due to concussion

Walker Kessler may miss rest of season due to concussion

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 3 - 1:03 p.m.

Walker Kessler's rookie season is reportedly over.