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Midseason Grades For Every Utah Jazz Player

By Ryan Aston

Dec 23, 2016; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz forward Gordon Hayward (20) warms up prior to their game against the Toronto Raptors at Vivint Smart Home Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Swinger-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 23, 2016; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz forward Gordon Hayward (20) warms up prior to their game against the Toronto Raptors at Vivint Smart Home Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Swinger-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 28, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Utah Jazz guard George Hill (3) dribbles the ball away from Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ricky Rubio (9) in the first half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports /

George Hill

Unfortunately for Jazz fans, the big story of George Hill’s first year in Utah is injuries. If the NBA gave an award to the player with the worst run of fluke happenings forcing him out of action, Hill would have to be the frontrunner. From Derrick Rose pointlessly slapping at his hands to Alex Len throwing elbows, he’s been hurt in multiple places and in a myriad of ways.

He was probably the organization’s biggest offseason acquisition, but the injuries have limited to just 19 games so far. Still, when he’s actually been on the court, he’s been awesome.

Although he’s slowed recently, Hill is putting up career numbers in some key areas. His 18.1 points per game, 50.6 percent from the field and 44 percent from three-point range will be his new benchmarks if they hold up. Even as some question his durability, he’s put himself into position for a lucrative contract this summer.

More importantly, he’s made the Jazz his team and they’re trending toward elite status as a result. His presence may have slowed Exum’s development, but in a win-now league, he’s helping the Jazz do just that.

Grade: A-

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