Are the Utah Jazz contenders or pretenders?

… a key piece of the Jazz team this year, offering veteran leadership to a young team. Photo by: Jeff Swinger-USA TODAY Sports The Jazz are being led by some outstanding players from every age-range. George Hill, the veteran point guard acquired via …

Jokic, Nelson help Nuggets beat Jazz 103-93

Denver Nuggets forward Wilson Chandler drives as Utah Jazz forward Joe Johnson defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2017, in Denver. Utah Jazz guard George Hill, front, drives as Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray defends during the second half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2017, in Denver.

Knicks vs. Pacers: Score, Highlights, Reaction from 2017 Regular Season

It appeared as though the New York Knicks’ 2016-17 campaign was about to take another disastrous turn Monday until Carmelo Anthony came to the rescue. The Knicks collapsed down the stretch and lost a 98-82 fourth-quarter lead before Anthony’s jumper broke a 103-103 deadlock in the final minute of his team’s 109-103 victory over the Indiana Pacers at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.

Hill scores 30 as Jazz beat Pacers 109-100

George Hill insisted there was no extra motivation in facing his former team for the first time since being traded during the summer. Motivation or not, the Utah Jazz point guard torched the Indiana Pacers for one of his best games of the season.

Williams, Young lead Lakers to 108-96 win over Pacers-Image1

Although Luke Walton resisted the urge to shout about it, the coach was clearly proud of what the Los Angeles Lakers can do when their crowded schedule allows them to have a couple of real practices. Lou Williams scored 27 points, Nick Young hit five 3-pointers and the Lakers snapped their five-game losing streak with a 108-96 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Friday night.

George helps Pacers rally past Kings 106-100 win

Paul George scored 24 points, Jeff Teague had 22 points, 11 assists and seven rebounds, and the Indiana Pacers used a big second half to beat the Sacramento Kings 106-100 on Wednesday night. Indiana trailed by as many as 22 points in the first half, and then outscored Sacramento 65-40 in the final two quarters to win for the seventh time in eight games.

George helps Pacers rally past Kings 106-100 win

Paul George scored 24 points, Jeff Teague had 22 points, 11 assists and seven rebounds, and the Indiana Pacers used a big second half to beat the Sacramento Kings 106-100 on Wednesday night. Indiana trailed by as many as 22 points in the first half, and then outscored Sacramento 65-40 in the final two quarters to win for the seventh time in eight games.

Durant dazzles against former Oklahoma City team once more

Kevin Durant dazzled against his old team once again with a season-best 40 points, and the Golden State Warriors beat Oklahoma City 121-100 on Wednesday night despite Russell Westbrook’s 21st triple-double for the Thunder. Westbrook had 27 points, 15 rebounds and 13 assists in an improved showing from his 20-point outing on 4-for-15 shooting when OKC first faced Durant in the other jersey here 2 1/2 months ago and watched him dismantle the Thunder from every which way.

Durant dazzles against former Oklahoma City team once more

Kevin Durant dazzled against his old team once again with a season-best 40 points, and the Golden State Warriors beat Oklahoma City 121-100 on Wednesday night despite Russell Westbrook’s 21st triple-double for the Thunder. Westbrook had 27 points, 15 rebounds and 13 assists in an improved showing from his 20-point outing on 4-for-15 shooting when OKC first faced Durant in the other jersey here 2 1/2 months ago and watched him dismantle the Thunder from every which way.

Durant dazzles against former Oklahoma City team once more

Kevin Durant dazzled against his old team once again with a season-best 40 points, and the Golden State Warriors beat Oklahoma City 121-100 on Wednesday night despite Russell Westbrook’s 21st triple-double for the Thunder. Westbrook had 27 points, 15 rebounds and 13 assists in an improved showing from his 20-point outing on 4-for-15 shooting when OKC first faced Durant in the other jersey here 2 1/2 months ago and watched him dismantle the Thunder from every which way.

The Pacers’ C.J. Miles on the legacy of Martin Luther King

Before the Indiana Pacers scrapped their way to an ugly 98-95 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans, C.J. Miles addressed the crowd to honor the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. The 12-year veteran briefly spoke of equality and justice, elements King was murdered for believing in. Such universal truths are in a precarious spot to begin 2017 as Donald Trump prepares to become the leader of the free world.

Hayward helps Jazz hold off LeBron, beat Cavs 100-92

Even if Gordon Hayward isn’t concerned with his All-Star candidacy, he put a signature performance on his resume in a huge win for the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night. Hayward went blow for blow with LeBron James in the second half to help Utah beat the defending champion Cleveland Cavaliers 100-92.

George Hill activated for Utah Jazz

Utah Jazz point guard George Hill has been medically cleared to play after missing the previous three games with a concussion George Hill activated for Utah Jazz Utah Jazz point guard George Hill has been medically cleared to play after missing the previous three games with a concussion Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2i5bhzn MINNEAPOLIS – Utah Jazz point guard George Hill has been medically cleared to play Saturday night against Minnesota after missing the previous three games with a concussion. The Jazz announced that Hill had passed the league’s concussion protocol Saturday.

Florida Airport Shooter Charged, Could Face Death Penalty

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Gameday: Jazz @ Raptors, Jan. 5

The Toronto Raptors are finally back at home. They say the first home game after a long road trip feels like a road game still, given the unfamiliarity and short lead time to settle in, but the Raptors will surely be thankful to be in Toronto nonetheless.

Wizards’ Bradley Beal out vs. Nets with sprained ankle

Wizards’ Bradley Beal out vs. Nets with sprained ankle Wizards guard Bradley Beal is out against the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night with a sprained right ankle Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2iNRBO8 Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal dribbles against Indiana Pacers center Kevin Seraphin, back, during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2016, in Washington. WASHINGTON – Wizards guard Bradley Beal is out against the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night with a sprained right ankle.

George fined for ‘little brother’ comment

THE NBA fined Indiana Pacers forward Paul George and head coach Nate McMillan on Wednesday over their comments criticising league officials in the wake of the team’s loss to Chicago on Monday. George, who was fined $15,000, was anticipating such a move even as he voice his frustration after the game.

Hayward, Gobert lead Jazz past Grizzlies 82-73

Late in a physical, defensive showdown, the Utah Jazz discovered their 3-point shooting and broke open a close game. Gordon Hayward scored 22 points and Rudy Gobert had 21 points, 12 rebounds and three blocks, helping the Jazz beat the Memphis Grizzlies 82-73 on Sunday night.

Kevin Durant leads Warriors rout against Trail Blazers

Kevin Durant scored 34 points in another efficient performance from the floor, Stephen Curry added 19 points with five 3-pointers and the Golden State Warriors quickly ran away from the overmatched Portland Trail Blazers in a 135-90 win Saturday night. Durant shot 11 for 13 with four 3s in his seventh 30-point game and also pulled down 11 rebounds in nearly 31 minutes.