The Utah Jazz have signed Tamar Bates to a two-way contract. Bates was the 27th-rated player in his high school class of 2021. He played for Indiana and Missouri as a college athlete.
What happened?
The Utah Jazz announced the signing of Tamar Bates on a two-way deal. Bates spent last season as a two-way player for the Denver Nuggets. He averaged nearly 20 points on 44% three-point shooting with the Grand Rapids Gold.
Why it matters for Utah Jazz
The addition of Bates raises questions about the team's two-way contracts. The Jazz held Oscar Tshiebwe, Elijah Harkless, and Blake Hinson to two-way deals last season. With a maximum of three two-way contracts, one player will be bumped.
What comes next?
The Jazz are shifting gears on the offseason, focusing on building out the roster. Signing a backup center and retaining Walker Kessler will be a top priority. The team may also add veterans to elevate the group of youngsters.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Keyonte George | Guard |
| Darryn Peterson | Guard |
| Lauri Markkanen | Forward |
| Jaren Jackson Jr | Forward |
| Walker Kessler | Center |
The Utah Jazz's recent form is 0W-0D-2L, with their last result being 110-125 against the Milwaukee Bucks on 2025-01-28. The team is looking to reach the playoffs for the first time since the Donovan Mitchell-Rudy Gobert era.