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Hoops Nerd

James Hansen
Utah Jazz
Ace Bailey
Keyonte George
Walker Kessler
NBA
Darryn Peterson
Lowry Markkinen
Lauri Markkanen
Cody Williams
Keonte George
Dallas Mavericks
NBA Draft
Oklahoma City Thunder
Los Angeles Lakers
Taylor Hendricks
Memphis Grizzlies
Darren Peterson
Minnesota Timberwolves
Jaren Jackson Jr.
Isaiah Collier

The Hoops Nerd Podcast is everything Utah Jazz. Whether it's breaking Utah Jazz news, Utah Jazz trade rumors, or deep dives into the Utah Jazz. If you're a fan of the Utah Jazz, this is the place to be. Subscribe today!

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The Utah Jazz were without Jaren Jackson Jr. and Lauri Markkanen but had a great showing from their future three, Keyonte George, Darryn Peterson, and Ace Bailey. Sadly, at the end, when everything was close, Will Hardy benched Darryn Peterson to go ... more

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Recent Guests

Chandler Holt
Sports journalist covering Utah Jazz for KSL
KSL
Episode: Jazz Camp insight and season preview with Chandler Holt of KSL
Shreyas Laddha
Staff writer, Salt Lake Tribune
Salt Lake Tribune
Episode: Intel on Darryn Peterson, Ace Bailey, Keyonte George, with Shreyas Laddha of the Salt Lake Tribune
Tony Jones
The Athletic writer covering the Jazz
The Athletic
Episode: Who will the Utah Jazz draft? w/ Tony Jones of the Athletic!

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • The GOAT

    Way better than David Locke

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lunere$
    United States7 months ago
  • Great, consistent and knowledgeable Jazz NBA content

    Hoops nerd is consistently reviewing every Jazz game in depth and in detail! Emotional and intelligent analysis, making it a must for every Jazz fan outhere.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PetrusP1
    Finland3 years ago
  • Great show

    James hanson is so cool and funny and makes it very interesting to listen to. He also has very good detail involed in this show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GameR 1798
    United States3 years ago
  • hoops goat

    James Hansen is the man. No other option for Jazz basketball.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chapin Wiscombe
    United States3 years ago
  • Solid Jazz Analysis

    I have a feeling that this will become my favorite podcast on the Utah Jazz.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sky33Hook
    United States3 years ago

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Audience appreciates the prospect-focused takes and roster insights.
Praise for James Hansen's detailed, entertaining breakdowns and the host's humor.
Listeners note the show's player-by-player attention and engaging narrative.
Fans praise consistent, in-depth Jazz content and knowledgeable analysis.

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#87
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#244
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Jazz Camp insight and season preview with Chandler Holt of KSL
Q: How might Lauri Markkanen, Jaren Jackson, and Keyonte George share the offense this year?
There's a possibility of a 1A/1B/1C trio where all three can carry the scoring load depending on matchups; Lauri could serve as a safety valve, while Jackson's versatility and George's scoring/hussle will drive a high-powered offense balanced by the defense emphasis for improvement.
Jazz Camp insight and season preview with Chandler Holt of KSL
Q: What stands out about Darryn Peterson's maturity and role this season?
Rookies are being described as mature and hungry across many interviews; Peterson is seen as a serious, hardworking presence who could push for a significant role even as a rookie, with discussions around him potentially starting later in the season depending on development.
Jazz Camp insight and season preview with Chandler Holt of KSL
Q: What have you noticed in training camp so far about the starting lineup options?
It's still very much up in the air; there are multiple viable configurations, and while four starters seem confidently known since Nurkic's arrival, veteran appearances suggest rotation stability is still being formed.
Intel on Darryn Peterson, Ace Bailey, Keyonte George, with Shreyas Laddha of the Salt Lake Tribune
Q: Tell everyone kind of your story, how you got to where you're at and what you did to get there basically?
He outlines an unconventional journey from college marketing and sports media to an ESPN internship, then building his reporting craft across multiple outlets, moving through Central Pennsylvania and Kansas, refining sources, and ultimately covering DP and moving to the Jazz beat with national reach.
Who will the Utah Jazz draft? w/ Tony Jones of the Athletic!
Q: What is your sense on who the Jazz might pick at two, given the current draft landscape?
Tony outlines a preference for one of the top three—Dybantsa or Peterson as the likely picks, with Boozer as a strong, alternative option depending on team fit and the Wizards' stance; he emphasizes that Utah will ultimately choose the best fit among three high-upside players.

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This show delivers in-depth Jazz coverage, game breakdowns, and roster/projected rotations with a strong emphasis on development of Utah Jazz players and lineup experimentation. Episodes frequently explore five-out offense, defensive schemes, and trade or roster ideas, often blending scouting notes with player mini-profiles and future-looking projections. A standout trait is the cohesive, fan-focused analysis delivered with enthusiasm and frequent references to young Jazz talents, making it a go-to for listeners who crave detailed basketball insight and team-building storytelling.

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