Utah Jazz Sign G League Star to 10-Day Contract
The Utah Jazz have strengthened their backcourt by adding a notable name from the G League for the final stretch of the season.
According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the Jazz have signed Kennedy Chandler, a standout from the NBA G League and the league’s leader in assists, to a 10-day contract. Chandler, a 2022 second-round pick, returns to the NBA after spending his rookie year with the Memphis Grizzlies.
This marks the fourth 10-day contract the Jazz have signed since the All-Star break, following deals with Mo Bamba, Andersson Garcia, and Bez Mbeng. These players have recently been given opportunities to play significant minutes for Utah in the second half of the season.
Chandler’s NBA and G League Career
Chandler’s NBA experience is limited to 33 games with the Grizzlies during the 2022-23 season, where he averaged 2.2 points, 1.1 rebounds, and 1.6 assists in 7.8 minutes per game. However, it’s his performances in the G League that have elevated his stock.
This season with the Delaware Blue Coats, Chandler has been exceptional, averaging 15.3 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 8.9 assists per game—currently leading the G League in assists. His strong play has garnered attention from NBA teams, especially those like the Jazz, who are focused on developing talent with their playoff hopes already dashed.
Chandler’s Role with the Jazz
With multiple injuries impacting the Jazz’s guard depth, including Keyonte George’s hamstring strain and Isaiah Collier’s recent injury, Chandler will now have the chance to contribute to the team’s backcourt over the next 10 days.
This 10-day contract guarantees Chandler at least five games with the Jazz, which includes three consecutive home games against the Philadelphia 76ers, Toronto Raptors, and Washington Wizards, followed by road games against the Denver Nuggets and Phoenix Suns.
If Utah’s guard rotation continues to be impacted by injuries, Chandler could see significant playing time as a point guard during this stretch.
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