Utah Jazz Roster Stocked with Depth, Flexibility

Conclusion

In addition to the aforementioned seven players, Mack, Chris Johnson and Joe Ingles have played over 30 percent of their minutes at secondary positions throughout their careers according to Basketball Reference.

Not to mention Hood and Hayward, who haven’t had to play a ton of minutes out of position, but they are certainly capable of doing it. Hayward in particular may see some stretch four minutes this season once he returns from injury.

With the Jazz having so many players who can play wherever they are asked, we will see a lot of different lineups this season. Coach Snyder will have a lot of work to do figuring out what players will have chemistry playing together and seeing what lineups are productive on both the offensive and defensive ends of the court.

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With the league in copy cat mode trying to follow successful teams, schemes and strategies, the Jazz have gone the opposite way by assembling a team designed to neutralize any advantages their opponents may have.

On the defensive end they can go small and protect the perimeter or go big and protect the rim. The depth will also give opponents various different match-ups throughout the game. And of course, the offense will benefit as well as they can go with lineups that are tailored for outside shooting, low post play, and penetration and slashing.

What lineups are you most excited to see on the court this season? Let us know in the comments.