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ESPN’s Top 100 should give Jazz the perfect bulletin board material

It's not that the Utah Jazz didn't have enough representation on the list. It's where they were ranked that was the real problem. Luckily, this is exactly the motivation they need coming into the season.

Published: Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 3:26 AM
ESPN’s Top 100 should give Jazz the perfect bulletin board material
Key Things to Know
  • ESPN featured four Utah Jazz players on its Top 100 rankings for the 2025-26 season.
  • Lauri Markkanen earned the highest placement on the Jazz roster at No. 49.
  • Jaren Jackson Jr. was ranked No. 53, while Keyonte George placed at No. 68.
The Story in 60 Seconds

ESPN has released its annual Top 100 player rankings ahead of the 2025-26 NBA regular season, featuring four members of the Utah Jazz. The list includes Lauri Markkanen at No. 49, Jaren Jackson Jr. at No. 53, Keyonte George at No. 68, and rookie Darryn Peterson at No. 83.

While Peterson earned a spot on the list prior to playing his first regular season game, the rankings reflect lower valuations for Utah's key contributors. The lower placement across the board provides the franchise with motivation following four rebuilding seasons in the league.

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