Entering the 2021-22 NBA season, expectations for the Utah Jazz were sky-high.
Although they struggled in the postseason last year, many believed it would serve as a learning curve for greatness this year. Utah was set to return the game's best defensive player, an elite backcourt, a flamethrower off the bench, and a multitude of other pieces that would provide depth and versatility.
But now, despite all of the offseason acquisitions and the hype surrounding the team, Utah finds itself in a must-win situation Saturday afternoon. Trailing 2-1 in their first round series with Dallas, the Jazz will look to even things up when they host the Mavericks at 2:30 p.