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Utah Jazz forward Gordon Hayward is the barometer for success against the Denver Nuggets

Gordon Hayward is the undisputed leader of this Utah Jazz team. A frequent camp invite for Team USA in Las Vegas each of the last few off-seasons, the 6'8 forward is a rising star. While he isn't regarded as one by the most casual fans, his inclusion in these off-season tune ups in front of the best basketball minds on the planet is evidence of his improving stature amongst his peers. On this Jazz team he has matured into a significant on-court performer -- a real do-it-all forward with the on ball abilities that are rivaled only by the top level of small forwards in the game today.