Entering the 2021-22 season, the Utah Jazz never shied away from what their goal was for this season.
After coming up short in the playoffs the last few seasons, Utah felt that it had a good nucleus in place with all-stars Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert returning alongside reigning sixth man of the year Jordan Clarkson. Together — and with a few added pieces in the offseason — the Jazz felt like they had an opportunity to bring Salt Lake City its first title.
Before Utah makes a run at the Larry O'Brien trophy in a few weeks, playing for the ultimate team award, several Jazz players are up for some individual accolades — one of which could tie NBA history.