The Jazz have been tanking for three seasons after choosing to follow the blueprint famously and unapologetically established by the 76ers, who tanked their way into becoming championship contenders (but have ultimately failed to win a championship, which is worth noting).

Just 24 hours removed from a loss against the Phoenix Suns, the Utah Jazz were back in action at Delta Center as they hosted the Brooklyn Nets. Both teams were severely undermanned as a result of injuries, but the result was an ultra-competitive game that saw 23 lead changes and went to overtime.

The Brooklyn Nets are on a five-game losing streak, the latest defeat coming in an overtime loss to the Utah Jazz. Head coach Jordi Fernández had mixed feelings about the end of the game. He said: “Effort,