Kennedy Chandler News, Rumors, Updates - Utah Jazz

Time in Utah ends Chandler became a free agent Saturday after his second 10-day contract with the Jazz expired.

Impact Over the course of his two 10-day deals, Chandler saw ample involvement while Utah has been without several key players due to injury. While appearing in each of the Jazz's last 11 games, Chandler averaged 15.0 points, 6.7 assists, 3.4 rebounds, 1.4 three-pointers and 1.0 steals in 32.2 minutes per contest and shot 44.5 percent from the field and 39.5 percent from downtown. Though Utah has the option to retain Chandler on a rest-of-season deal, the 23-year-old guard doesn't look as though he'll be re-signed ahead of Sunday's season finale versus the Lakers. Instead, Shams Charania of ESPN relays that the Jazz intend to sign guard Hayden Gray to a two-year deal to take over Chandler's vacated roster spot.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Hinson scores a career-high 30 as the Jazz snap a 10-game skid with win over the Grizzlies

Blake Hinson scored a career-high 30 points, John Konchar and Bez Mbeng had triple-doubles, and the Utah Jazz beat the short-handed Memphis Grizzlies 147-101 on Friday night

APRIL 11 • Associated Press

Starting Friday Chandler is in the Jazz's starting lineup against the Grizzlies on Friday.

Impact The Jazz are down several players for Friday's game and opted to insert Chandler into the starting lineup minutes before the 9:30 p.m. ET tipoff. The 2022 second-rounder is coming off a career performance against the Pelicans on Tuesday, when he played 43 minutes and finished with 31 points, eight assists, seven rebounds, two steals and two three-pointers in a 156-137 loss.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Scores career-high 31 points Chandler produced 31 points (11-18 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 7-8 FT), seven rebounds, eight assists and two steals over 43 minutes during Tuesday's 156-137 loss to the Pelicans.

Impact Although he didn't start this game, Chandler logged 43 minutes and set multiple career-high marks. The Jazz are giving him an extended look to close out the season and he's averaging 13.5 points, 5.8 assists, 3.3 rebounds, 0.8 steals and 0.8 three-pointers in 30.0 minutes over his last four games.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Jeremiah Fears CAREER-HIGH 40 PTS vs Jazz | April 7, 2026

APRIL 8 • YOUTUBE

Jeremiah Fears sets a franchise rookie mark with 40 points as the Pelicans top the Jazz 156-137

Jeremiah Fears set a Pelicans rookie record for points in a game with 40, and the New Orleans Pelicans snapped an eight-game losing streak with a 156-137 victory over the Utah Jazz...

APRIL 8 • Associated Press

Strong showing from second unit Chandler logged 16 points (5-14 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 6-8 FT), five rebounds, six assists, one block and one steal over 32 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's 130-117 loss to the Nugge...

Impact The injury-ravaged Jazz used a short rotation once again Wednesday, and Chandler continues to draw a heavy workload as he begins his second 10-day contract with Utah. In seven games (one start) for the club, the 23-year-old guard is averaging 14.4 points, 6.7 assists, 3.4 boards, 1.1 threes and 1.0 steals in 32.1 minutes.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Jamal Murray makes 10 3-pointers, including a half-court heave, to lead Nuggets past Jazz 130-117

Jamal Murray made 10 3-pointers including a half-court heave and scored 37 points to lead the Denver Nuggets to a 130-117 victory over the Utah Jazz

APRIL 2 • Associated Press

Coming off bench Wednesday Chandler is not in the Jazz's starting lineup against the Nuggets on Wednesday.

Impact Chandler made his first NBA start against the Cavaliers on Tuesday, when he played 40 minutes and finished with 12 points, five assists, four rebounds, one block and two three-pointers in a 122-113 loss. He'll come off the bench for Wednesday's contest while the Jazz roll with a starting five of Brice Sensabaugh, Cody Williams, Ace Bailey, Oscar Tshiebwe and Kyle Filipowski.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Signs another 10-day deal Chandler signed a second 10-day contract with the Jazz on Wednesday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

Impact During his first 10-day deal, Chandler saw extensive playing time for the injury-ravaged Jazz. Over his six appearances, he shot 43.1 percent from the field and 36.4 percent from downtown while averaging 14.2 points, 6.8 assists, 3.2 rebounds, 1.3 three-pointers and 1.0 steals in 32.3 minutes. With Isaiah Collier (hamstring), Keyonte George (hamstring) and Elijah Harkless (hamstring) all out, Chandler could start and should retain a major role during Wednesday's game against the Nuggets.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Reaches free agency Chandler became a free agent Tuesday after his 10-day contract with the Jazz expired.

Impact Utah will have the ability to sign Chandler to a second 10-day pact or rest-of-deal, and if the team intends to retain him, he'll likely finalize a new contract ahead of Wednesday's game versus Denver. Over the course of his 10-day deal, Chandler saw extensive playing time for a Utah squad that's been ravaged by injuries. Over his six appearances, the 23-year-old point guard shot 43.1 percent from the field and 36.4 percent from downtown while averaging 14.2 points, 6.8 assists, 3.2 rebounds, 1.3 three-pointers and 1.0 steals in 32.3 minutes.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Cleveland Chandler will start in Monday's game against Cleveland

Impact The Jazz are down Isaiah Collier (hamstring), Keyonte George (hamstring) and Elijah Harkless (hamstring), so Chandler is needed to make the first start of his career. The 23-year-old has played well in five appearances with Utah this season, averaging 14.6 points, 3.0 rebounds, 7.2 assists and 1.2 steals across 30.8 minutes per contest.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Solid bench contribution in defeat Chandler registered 11 points (5-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds and eight assists across 24 minutes during Saturday's 134-109 loss to the Suns.

Impact Chandler had an opportunity to shine thanks to uninspired performances from Elijah Harkless and Cody Williams. After failing to catch on with Memphis last season, Chandler has found his way into a role with Utah's parent club due to the injuries throughout the Jazz's roster. He's averaged 14.5 points and an encouraging 7.2 assists over five games, and he may play his way into a full-time contract next season if he keeps putting up solid numbers.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Green scores 31 points and Suns open up big lead early en route to a 134-109 rout of Jazz

Jalen Green scored 31 points, Devin Booker had 26 and the Phoenix Suns routed the Utah Jazz 134-109

MARCH 29 • Associated Press

Solid production continues Chandler registered 14 points (6-14 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 1-6 FT), one rebound, eight assists and one steal in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 133-110 loss to the Wizards.

Impact Chandler suited up for the third straight game, continuing to turn some heads with his solid play. During that three-game span, he has averaged 15.3 points, 3.7 rebounds, 7.0 assists, 1.7 steals and 1.3 three-pointers, placing him firmly on the standard league radar.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Just misses double-double Monday Chandler finished with 13 points (4-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, nine assists and three steals in 29 minutes off the bench during Monday's 143-127 loss to the Raptors.

Impact The 23-year-old guard was productive once again in his second game since signing a 10-day contract with the Jazz, and Chandler fell one dime short of his first career double-double in the NBA. With Keyonte George (hamstring) out until at least the end of the month and Isaiah Collier (hamstring) also down, there should be plenty of work available for Chandler in the short term.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Thrives in season debut Chandler registered 19 points (5-13 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 7-7 FT), five rebounds, four assists and one steal across 37 minutes during Saturday's 126-116 loss to the 76ers.

Impact Chandler stepped on an NBA court for the first time since the 2022-23 season, when he appeared in 36 games as a member of the Grizzlies, but he certainly left a good impression in this contest. He signed a 10-day deal with the Jazz on Friday, and if he performs like that over the course of the contract, he could find a way to stay with the Jazz until the end of the 2025-26 season at least.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Kennedy Chandler recounts a whirlwind weekend after signing with the Utah Jazz

MARCH 22 • YOUTUBE

Edgecombe's double-double helps 76ers down Jazz 126-116

VJ Edgecombe had 22 points and 13 rebounds and Quentin Grimes scored 26 points to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 126-116 victory over the Utah Jazz

MARCH 22 • Associated Press

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MARCH 22 • YOUTUBE

Lands 10-day deal Chandler agreed to a 10-day contract with the Jazz on Friday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact Unless the Jazz have been granted another hardship exception that will temporarily allow the team to carry 16 players on its roster, Chandler will be replacing forward Andersson Garcia, whose 10-day deal expired Friday. Chandler hasn't seen NBA action since appearing in 36 games with the Grizzlies as a rookie in 2022-23, but the 23-year-old point guard has been one of the top distributors in the G League this season. He leads the circuit with 8.9 assists per game and is also averaging 15.3 points, 2.6 rebounds, 1.8 steals and 1.3 three-pointers in 33.9 minutes over his 28 games with the Delaware Blue Coats. With Keyonte George (hamstring) uncertain to return this season and Isaiah Collier's (hamstring) status in flux for the Jazz's next game Saturday versus the 76ers, Chandler could be in line for heavy minutes right off the bat in his first appearance for Utah.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Sixers waive five players ahead of Monday's deadline to trim NBA opening-day rosters MarJon Beauchamp, Kennedy Chandler, Malcolm Hill, Saint Thomas, and DeAndre Williams were waived by the team on Saturday, and are expected t...

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • INQUIRER.COM

Scores 16 points with four steals Chandler provided 16 points (7-16 FG, 2-4 FT), five assists, two rebounds, four steals and four turnovers in 30 minutes off the bench during Friday's preseason loss to the Magic.

Impact Chandler has been playing well with some extended minutes throughout the preseason thus far, but it's tough to imagine him earning anywhere near 30 minutes a night when the regular season gets underway. At best, he could be considered a last-round flier in 16-team settings.

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

MAGIC at 76ERS | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | October 10, 2025

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Sparks bench with 16 points Chandler racked up 16 points (5-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-7 FT), three rebounds, five assists, one steal and one block across five minutes during Saturday's 113-104 loss to the Knicks.

Impact Chandler was incredible during his squad's second preseason game. He filled up the stat sheet in only five minutes and 25 seconds on the floor, finishing with a game-high totals in points and assists. Chandler likely made an impression with his play and could merit more time as the preseason rolls on.

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Hinson scores a career-high 30 as the Jazz snap a 10-game skid with win over the Grizzlies

Jeremiah Fears sets a franchise rookie mark with 40 points as the Pelicans top the Jazz 156-137

Jamal Murray makes 10 3-pointers, including a half-court heave, to lead Nuggets past Jazz 130-117

Green scores 31 points and Suns open up big lead early en route to a 134-109 rout of Jazz

Edgecombe's double-double helps 76ers down Jazz 126-116