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The Utah Jazz are loaded with young talent indicating a promising future. They missed the playoffs by one game in 2015-16 despite being without starting point guard Dante Exum. Expect to see a much better offense with the team at full strength next season.
This the Jazz’s ideal starting five for 2016-17.
Center — Rudy Gobert
Credit: Getty ImagesCenter — Rudy Gobert
Rudy Gobert is one of the best defensive players in the league and an elite rim protector. He averaged over 55 percent shooting, two blocks and 11 rebounds in 61 games. Gobert, 23, will only get better as the anchor of the defense.
Power Forward — Derrick Favors
Credit: Getty ImagesPower Forward — Derrick Favors
Derrick Favors was the Jazz's most efficient offensive player in 2015-16. He was second on the team in scoring and rebounds, so they need him on the floor.
Small Forward — Gordon Hayward
Credit: Getty ImagesSmall Forward — Gordon Hayward
Gordon Hayward is still one of the most underrated players in the league. He averaged the highest point total of his career in 2015-16 and nearly led his team to the playoffs. Hayward is the Jazz's most valuable player.
Shooting Guard — Rodney Hood
Credit: Getty ImagesShooting Guard — Rodney Hood
Rodney Hood exploded onto the scene in 2015-16. He started in 79 games, and was second on the team in minutes and third in points. The Jazz expect Hood to be an integral part of their future plans.
Point Guard — Dante Exum
Credit: Getty ImagesPoint Guard — Dante Exum
The Jazz were supposed to be a playoff team, and with Dante Exum it's likely they would've been. They expect big things from the former No. 5 pick in 2016-17.
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