The 2024 NBA Draft chatter continues to buzz around the Utah Jazz. With just a few days to go until the highly-anticipated night arrives, developments are beginning to surface in projecting how a few picks could go down.
We’ve seen several names connected to the Jazz through the pre-draft process, but it looks like there could be one name, in particular, to keep an eye on if he sticks on the board when Utah lands on the clock: that being Kentucky guard Rob Dillingham.
According to insider Jonathan Givony of DraftExpress, Utah is expected to be viewed as a “strong suitor” for Dillingham, and could ultimately be the selection at 10 if he slides past the San Antonio Spurs:
“Should the Spurs pass on Dillingham, Utah at No. 10 and the Miami Heat at No. 15 are viewed by teams as strong suitors, but there also could be trade opportunities that arise in the late lottery for the No. 8 prospect on our big board.”
– Jonathan Givony, Draft Express
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Dillingham is coming off a strong freshman season with the Wildcats, where he posted a campaign with numbers consisting of 15.2 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 3.9 assists on 47.5/44.4/79.6 shooting splits. He projects to be a high-level scorer at the NBA level and would be a valuable young addition to any backcourt.
Standing at a bit smaller size of 6-foot-1, his frame could prove to be a bit of a hurdle to overcome in the pros, and his defensive ability could use some strides forward, but his offensive capabilities are what sets him apart from the crowd. Dillingham is a versatile scorer and playmaker who could add another bucket-getter into the mix for the Jazz.
The selection wouldn’t mend much of the Jazz’s defensive woes for next season, as they ranked dead-last in the league for defensive rating in 2023, but they would have ample ability to address those concerns later in the draft. Utah holds the 10th-overall selection, as well as picks 29 and 32 later on board.
With the hypothetical addition of Dillingham, Utah would effectively have their backcourt of the future with him and Keyonte George, putting together a unique backcourt combination with a high offensive ceiling. It may be wishful thinking to expect a player of his caliber to be available at 10, but anything’s possible during what may be an unpredictable couple of days.
Be sure to take note of the Kentucky guard as the Jazz get closer to the 2024 NBA Draft, which will officially kick off later this week on Wednesday, June 26th.
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No. 9 BYU (14-1, 2-0) vs. Utah (8-7, 0-2)
Tip: Saturday, 8 p.m. MST
Venue: Huntsman Center, Salt Lake City
TV: ESPN
Streaming: espn.com/live
BYU radio broadcast: 102.7 FM/1160 AM/Sirius XM 143
Utah radio broadcast: 92.1 FM/700 AM
Series: Utahleads, 79-72 since 1949 (most recent meeting: 2025)
The trends
For BYU: 14-1 on the season, No. 10 in KenPom, averaging 88.2 points scored and 66.7 points allowed per game
For Utah: 8-7 on the season, No. 131 in KenPom, averaging 80.3 points scored and 80.1 points allowed per game
Players to watch
For BYU: Forward AJ Dybantsa, guard Richie Saunders, guard Robert Wright III
For Utah: Guard Terrance Brown, guard Don McHenry, forward Keanu Dawes
Utah forward Keanu Dawes (8) dunks the ball during a game against the Arizona Wildcats held at the Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026. | Isaac Hale, Deseret News
SOUTH OGDEN, Utah (ABC4) — There is a heavy police presence in the area of Harrison Blvd in South Ogden. ABC4 is working to learn more.
While police have not confirmed any information, ABC4 has acquired footage from a bystander that shows law enforcement detaining one individual. The individual can be seen handcuffed and without a shirt.
Courtesy: David Blanton
Several residents have also reported seeing over a dozen police vehicles heading to the area and reported hearing gunshots on social media.
Courtesy: Kade Garner // KTVX
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Multiple law enforcement agencies responded to the scene, including Davis County SWAT, Weber County Sheriff’s Department, and Morgan County Sheriff’s Department. Officers from Riverton Police Department, Roy Police Department, Clinton Police Department, and Layton police Department all responded to the scene.
Law enforcement also used several drones and several armored vehicles responded to the scene. Additionally, it appears at least one person was transported from the scene by ambulance
Courtesy: Randy Ferrin
At this time, law enforcement has not confirmed any details regarding this incident. However, they appeared to have cleared from the scene.
This is a developing story. ABC4 will update this post as more information becomes available.
SALT LAKE CITY — Those using a new national park pass who want to enjoy Utah’s “Mighty Five” better do so with President Donald Trump’s face perfectly intact, or you might pay a literal price.
The new annual park passes, which debuted on Jan. 1, feature Trump’s image alongside that of George Washington. At the same time as the release, the Department of the Interior reportedly updated its rules to ensure Trump’s face remains free and clear.
According to the Washington Post, the updated “Void if Altered” policy prohibits anyone from defacing the pass or covering up any images or information on the cards. Visitors found by rangers to have altered a pass by any means will be ordered to return it to its original condition or possibly be charged a regular entrance fee.
SFGate reported the policy originally prohibited any alteration of the signature portion of the pass, with the updated policy including the front of the card, with a warning that “writing on it or adding stickers or other coverings” is no longer allowed.
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Many believe the updated policy is in direct response to the large pushback over the inclusion of Trump, leaving people to share creative ways to hide the president’s image from passes, including stickers and sleeves.
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Along with the suggestions on how to hide Trump’s image, a nonprofit environmental group has filed a lawsuit claiming its design did not comply with legislation that requires public participation in the selection.
