When the Utah opted to keep Svi Mykhailiuk over Johnny Juzang this offseason, many were shocked since the latter not only had a better season than the former, but was also counted on more by the Jazz. However, two games into the season, it's clear why the Jazz kept Mykhailiuk: he's a placeholder in the starting lineup until one of the Jazz youngsters makes it clear they are the better option.
As of this moment, the Jazz know what they are going to get out of Svi Mykhailiuk: a floor-spacer with size who handle his own when he's out there.
