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Benjamin Mehic

Washington Wizards guard John Wall walks off the court during a timeout during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Houston Rockets, Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
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John Wall to the Utah Jazz? A modest proposal from someone who has covered both teams
Having covered both teams for a number of platforms, I have a blockbuster trade in mind.
By Benjamin Mehic
Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell (45) dives after a loose ball to keep it from going out of bounds during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Orlando Magic, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017, in Orlando, Fla. The Jazz won 125-85. (AP Photo/Phelan
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Donovan Mitchell, Kelly Oubre clash for first time in Utah
Donovan Mitchell and Kelly Oubre are two of the brightest young stars in the NBA. And they meet for the first time in Utah on Monday.
By Benjamin Mehic
Utah Jazz guard Ricky Rubio (3) shoots as Philadelphia 76ers forward Dario Saric (9) defends in the first half during an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2017, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
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Analysis: Utah Jazz should consider giving Donovan Mitchell more playing time ahead of Ricky Rubio
Ricky Rubio is in a shooting slump and the Utah Jazz should consider benching him for Donovan Mitchell.
By Benjamin Mehic
FILE: Utah Jazz head coach Quin Snyder directs players in the second half of game 7 of the first round NBA playoffs series between the Utah Jazz and Los Angeles Clippers at the Staples Center in Los Angeles on Sunday, April 30, 2017.
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How the Utah Jazz have evolved through advanced analytics
Since Quin Snyder took over in 2014, the Utah Jazz have changed their style of play, becoming more in line with advanced analytics. ESPN’s Kevin Pelton helped break down their development.
By Benjamin Mehic
Los Angeles Clippers' Royce O'Neale, left, drives to the basket against New York Knick's DaJuan Summers (35) during the first half of an NBA summer league basketball game, Tuesday, July 5, 2016, in Orlando, Fla.
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Royce O’Neale ready to make Utah his new basketball home
Utah Jazz forward Royce O’Neale is only 24, but he’s already done more traveling than most do in a lifetime. He’s ready to make Salt Lake City his permanent basketball home.
By Benjamin Mehic
Floyd Mayweather Jr., left, and Conor McGregor, of Ireland, pause for photos during a news conference at Barclays Center Thursday, July 13, 2017, in New York.
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Mehic: Mayweather vs. McGregor is not a freak show — it’s a fight
Some people are under the impression that Conor McGregor doesn’t stand a chance against Floyd Mayweather on Aug. 26, when, in fact, he does.
By Benjamin Mehic
Utah Jazz's Gordon Hayward, right, tries to prevent a shot by the Cavaliers' Kyrie Irving (2) in an NBA basketball game Thursday, March 16, 2017, in Cleveland.
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What the Kyrie Irving trade means for Gordon Hayward, the Utah Jazz
Gordon Hayward left the Utah Jazz to play alongside Isaiah Thomas and Jae Crowder. Now both players are gone and Utah no longer has its trade target in Kyrie Irving.
By Benjamin Mehic
Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell (45) goes high for a dunk as the Utah Jazz and the Philadelphia 76ers play in Summer league action in the Huntsman Center at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, July 5, 2017.
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NBA rookies think Donovan Mitchell was steal of the draft
NBA rookies recently took a survey and Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell was considered the biggest steal of the draft.
By Benjamin Mehic
Utah Jazz's Donovan Mitchell looks to shoot over San Antonio's Derrick White during a Utah Jazz Summer Leage basketball game at the Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City on Monday, July 3, 2017. Utah won 87-74.
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Low-key Utah Jazz rookie Donovan Mitchell spends summer in the spotlight
Utah Jazz rookie Donovan Mitchell is Salt Lake City personified — low-key, under the radar and on the rise. This summer, Mitchell turned heads in summer league and worked out with stars.
By Benjamin Mehic
Utah Jazz head coach Quin Snyder talks after practice at UCLA in Los Angeles on Monday, April 17, 2017.
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Jazz coach Quin Snyder’s unique approach has been shaped by stints in D-League, Europe
Quin Snyder has become one of the NBA’s most recognizable coaches overnight, but the Utah Jazz leader’s unusual career path made him who he is today.
By Benjamin Mehic
Utah Jazz guard Rodney Hood talks to reporters at a media availability at the Four Seasons Hotel in San Francisco on Wednesday, May 3, 2017.
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Rodney Hood’s future with Jazz hinges on this upcoming season
With Gordon Hayward and George Hill gone, the Utah Jazz will ask Rodney Hood to increase his production — and it could result in a massive payday.
By Benjamin Mehic
Utah Jazz guard Rodney Hood shoots over Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant during game four of the Western Conference Semifinal at Vivant Smart Home Arena in Salt Lake City on Monday, May 8, 2017.
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Analysis: Utah Jazz will have issues with floor spacing next season
With the loss of George Hill and Gordon Hayward, the Utah Jazz face some problems heading into this season.
By Benjamin Mehic
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving (2) shoots during the game against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smart Home Arena in Salt Lake City on Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2017.
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Who the Jazz would have to give up to get Cavs’ all-star guard Kyrie Irving
Utah Jazz reportedly had interest in acquiring Kyrie Irving from the Cleveland Cavaliers, but now it’s a legitimate possibility.
By Benjamin Mehic
Briggs Binford, Skyline
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High school football: Skyline Eagles 2017 preview
Here’s an in-depth look at the Skyline Eagles football team heading into the 2017 season.
By Benjamin Mehic
Former Jazz forward Andrei Kirilenko is recognized as he returns to the Vivint Smart Home Arena for the first time since retiring from professional basketball in Salt Lake City, on Monday, March 28, 2016.
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Where is Andrei Kirilenko now? Former Jazz forward takes stock of his basketball career
Utah Jazz legend Andrei Kirilenko seemingly disappeared after he retired in 2014. Recently, he provided updates — philosophical ones, at that — on his happenings.
By Benjamin Mehic
Utah Jazz forward Joe Ingles (2) practices at the Equinox Sports Club in San Francisco on Tuesday, May 02, 2017.
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Joe Ingles says he’ll help Utah’s underprivileged families with new contract
Joe Ingles agreed to a $52 million deal with the Utah Jazz and will use some of that money to help underprivileged families in the state.
By Benjamin Mehic
Former Atlanta Hawks forward Thabo Sefolosha plays in the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday, March 11, 2017, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)
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Utah Jazz officially sign forward Thabo Sefolosha
Utah Jazz have officially signed veteran forward Thabo Sefolosha.
By Benjamin Mehic
Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert (27) blocks the shot by Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (35) during the second round of the NBA playoffs and game 3 in Salt Lake City on Saturday, May 6, 2017.
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Analysis: Here’s what Utah Jazz lineup looks like now
The Utah Jazz were stuck in a difficult situation after Gordon Hayward decided to join the Boston Celtics, but have recovered by going all-in with their defensive identity.
By Benjamin Mehic
Utah Jazz forward Eric Griffin (17) celebrates with Utah Jazz guard Dante Exum (11) after a three point shot as the Utah Jazz and the Philadelphia 76ers play in Summer league action in the Huntsman Center at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City on Wed
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Utah Jazz sign Eric Griffin to 2-way contract
The Utah Jazz have signed summer league standout Eric Griffin to a two-way contract.
By Benjamin Mehic
Indiana Pacers' Rakeem Christmas (25) takes a shot over Miami Heat's Eric Mika (61) during the first half of an NBA summer league basketball game, Monday, July 3, 2017, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
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NBA summer league notebook: Former BYU center Eric Mika’s not getting minutes
Former BYU center Eric Mika entered the 2017 NBA draft, forgoing his final two seasons of college eligibility even though he wasn’t expected to get picked. Mika auditioned for several teams, went undrafted and is now playing — well, kind of — for the Miami Heat’s summer league team.
By Benjamin Mehic
Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell (45) and Utah Jazz forward Eric Griffin (17) look for a rebound as the Utah Jazz and the Philadelphia 76ers play in Summer league action in the Huntsman Center at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, July
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Summer league bright spot Eric Griffin looks to carve out career with Utah Jazz
Eric Griffin has bounced around the world playing professional basketball, but the forward could end up sticking with the Utah Jazz.
By Benjamin Mehic
FILE: Utah Jazz's Nigel Williams-Goss drives though Memphis Grizzlies' Dillon Brooks, left, and Wade Baldwin IV during the second half of an NBA summer league basketball game, Tuesday, July 11, 2017, in Las Vegas. The Jazz loss to Phoenix on Wednesday, 97
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Utah Jazz struggle offensively, drop to 0-4 in Las Vegas
Utah Jazz struggled offensively and lost another game to the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday, dropping to 0-4 in Las Vegas.
By Benjamin Mehic
Utah Jazz's Donovan Mitchell shoots against Memphis Grizzlies' Dillon Brooks during the second half of an NBA summer league basketball game, Tuesday, July 11, 2017, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)
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Donovan Mitchell’s star begins to grow at summer league
Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell was an afterthought during the NBA Draft, but his star is beginning to grow at summer league.
By Benjamin Mehic
Utah Jazz's Donovan Mitchell dunks against the Memphis Grizzlies during the second half of an NBA summer league basketball game, Tuesday, July 11, 2017, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)
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Donovan Mitchell stands out defensively in loss to Grizzlies
Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell stood out against the Memphis Grizzlies despite a loss, racking up eight steals before the third quarter.
By Benjamin Mehic
What now? The Jazz after Hayward
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After Hayward: Jazz fans see 40-plus wins, improvement from Exum and no title in Boston
Utah Jazz fans responded to a survey following Gordon Hayward’s departure.
By Benjamin Mehic and Brandon Klatskin
Boston Celtics forward Jae Crowder (99) drives between Cleveland Cavaliers guards Kyle Korver, left, and Iman Shumpert, right, during first half of Game 2 of the NBA basketball Eastern Conference finals, Friday, May 19, 2017, in Boston.
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Analysis: Possible Hayward replacement options are dwindling for the Jazz
Boston Celtics agreed to trade Avery Bradley to the Detroit Pistons, making it more difficult for the Utah Jazz to land Jae Crowder for Gordon Hayward.
By Benjamin Mehic
Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell (45) defends Furkan Korkmaz as the Utah Jazz and the Philadelphia 76ers play in Summer league action in the Huntsman Center at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, July 5, 2017.
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76ers guard Furkan Korkmaz adjusts to NBA game in Utah
Philadelphia 76ers guard Furkan Korkmaz is adjusting to the NBA game and the first step is to get his feet wet in Jazz Summer League.
By Benjamin Mehic
Utah Jazz forward Gordon Hayward (20) grimaces during the second round of the NBA playoffs and game 3 in Salt Lake City on Saturday, May 6, 2017. The Warriors won, 102-91.
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Gordon Hayward’s wife reminds people that athletes are humans, too
Gordon Hayward will surely get some hate after leaving the Utah Jazz, but his wife reminded people of his humanness on Instagram.
By Benjamin Mehic
Boston Celtics first-round NBA draft pick Jayson Tatum, left, smiles as he speaks with reporters at the team's practice facility in Waltham, Mass., Friday, June 23, 2017. Tatum, who was selected third overall, was a freshman from Duke University. With Tat
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Celtics rookie Jayson Tatum shines on second day of Utah Jazz Summer League
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum is only 19, but he carries himself with an old-school demeanor. He showed that Wednesday.
By Benjamin Mehic
Players who the Utah Jazz could add through free agency include, from left, Rudy Gay, C.J. Miles, Bojan Bogdanovic, Jeff Green and James Johnson.
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Plan D: Who the Utah Jazz can target following Gordon Hayward’s departure
Gordon Hayward is officially leaving the Utah Jazz and the team doesn’t have many options available in free agency.
By Benjamin Mehic
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