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Keyonte George has finally arrived, and that's terrific for the Utah Jazz. The 22-year-old is averaging 22.9 points, 6.8 assists, and 4.0 rebounds per game, and he's doing so on career-highs in 59.7% true shooting percentage, 44.4% from the floor, and 91.1% from the free-throw line.
The Utah Jazz reportedly have a clear stance on forward Lauri Markkanen's future with the franchise amid multiple trade rumors.
The rebuilding process is accelerating for the Utah Jazz heading into their game with the Dallas Mavericks in Salt Lake City on Monday night.
Third-year Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George had a career night to remember in an impressive road win over the Memphis Grizzlies. In the midst of the Jazz's 130-126 win over the Grizzlies, it was George who emerged as the biggest standout of the game for either side.
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Keyonte George makes Jazz history in win over Grizzlies
While a throwback performance sparked a love affair with a veteran, it was one of the Utah Jazz's young players who had a career night on Friday.
Keyonte George's journey to prominence in the NBA has been nothing short of inspiring. Drafted by the Utah Jazz, he quickly established himself as a player to watch. His skill set combines agility, sharpshooting,
George has managed to take clear command of the Jazz's starting point guard role since kicking this season off. He's averaging career numbers of 23.8 points per game and 7.1 assists as Utah's second-leading scorer behind Lauri Markkanen, and a bright spot amid Utah's bleak 6-13 record on the year.
Keyonte George didn't know what to expect when he made his way to Finland. He only wanted to learn how to understand Lauri Markkanen.