BLOCKBUSTER – Utah Jazz SHOCK the NBA Draft with trade in Locked On NBA Mock Draft
David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and Jazz NBA Insider, explores a blockbuster trade scenario in the Locked On NBA mock draft. The proposed deal would send Zion Williamson, Jordan Hawkins, and a future first-round pick to Utah in exchange for the 5th overall pick, Colin Sexton, and Jordan Clarkson. Locke weighs the pros and cons, considering Zion’s elite talent against injury concerns and the potential impact on the Jazz’s roster construction.
The episode also features Locke’s analysis of VJ Edgecombe as a draft prospect, highlighting his exceptional athleticism and defensive potential. However, questions remain about Edgecombe’s shooting ability and offensive game. Locke compares him to other top prospects like Tre Johnson and discusses the risks associated with each player. The podcast concludes with insights on the upcoming free agency period and observations from the Knicks-Pacers playoff series, focusing on Rick Carlisle’s offensive strategies.
0:00 Intro: Blockbuster deal in NBA mock draft
5:08 Proposed trade: Zion Williamson to Jazz
14:18 Analyzing the potential Zion Williamson trade
20:24 Breaking down VJ Edgecombe’s game film
25:05 Edgecombe’s athleticism and NBA potential
29:41 Comparing top draft prospects and risks
32:13 Indiana’s offensive strategy against New York
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18 Comments
No to Zion… why would we want a player who can't shoot and only plays 35 games a year… not going to change anything and he style of athletic play is only going to drop off quickly with time
I wish the Millers still owned the Jazz. They had heart and integrity. Frank Layden told Malone, "We are trading AD, Adrian Dantley, we need you to become our main scorer." Malone worked his butt off and in my opinion the greatest power forward to ever play basketball. It was ownership's confidence in Malone and his hard work that made him into a legend. Zion does not have the work ethic, the body or the desire of the Mailman.
A strong NO to Zion! The best ability is availability. He lacks this. The team has to tank again next season. Also try to trade up this year and try to get Ace Bailey. i would also stay away from V.J. Edgecombe.
I understand why people don't like this trade but Zion has had personal problems that I trust Will Hardy to help him with and guarantee he'd play way more games than he has played in the NBA with Will Hardy.
Yes would do it because getting talent matters. Zion is immediately better than all those players.
Nice click bait🙄
THREE TRAM TRADE: First do the #16 + Cole Anthony for #21 & Sexton. (Draft Egor Demin at 16). Then ask Locked On Pelicans if they would take #5 + Cole Anthony (instead of Sexton) + Clarkson (or whatever salary) for Zion + Hawkins + MIL FRP 11:53
Pelicans are willing to get rid of Zion to rebuild so that they can win a championship. That's exactly what we are trying to do. Acquiring Zion should only be on the agenda for established teams that can't get over the hump
I'd do the deal. I would take Zion in a heartbeat over the other guys. We would actually have something to be excited about as fans again.
Yay! We are relevant again LOL. Such a typical Jazz endeavor. This deal is especially idiotic because it cost you two firsts because we will give up next year's top eight picked OKC. Zion is not worth that.
Zion is cooked
Thanks David! I would take Zion and fasten our rebuild.
#5 pick for Zion? Yes. Getting him away from NO party atmosphere into a serious work atmosphere would do him a ton of good, and I think if happily married, he will become a NBA stud. He has a good heart. Next Malone value.
I like Tre way too much to trade for zion like this, it ultimately feels like a lose lose for both teams and i dont see it happening
No no no
if we look at the facts the NBA itself is in a bad spot concerning cheating all 3 of the worst teams Jazz Hornets and Wizards got bumpered out of the top 3 not just 1 but all 3 these 3 teams all had the best odds I could see 1 or 2 getting bumped out of the top 3 but all 3 teams we are talking about, to think this is possible is insane so knowing the NBA is a cheat its hard to want to watch the NBA at all any more did people place bets in Vagas on the lottery? if they did people in the NBA needs to be arrested and put in prison, keep in mind I am advocating for 3 teams hear not just the Jazz.
zion is a putz
If you think our organization can fix zion your the the same guy stuck in a relationship with a contril freak