UTA

Utah Jazz

2025-26 Season Analysis

Strategic Rebuilding Around Markkanen

Comprehensive analysis of the Jazz's rebuilding strategy, Lauri Markkanen's role, and young core development

Salary Cap Situation
Outstanding flexibility with massive cap space for strategic moves
Current Payroll$135.4M
Tax Threshold$187.9M
First Apron$195.9M
Second Apron$207.8M
Available Space$52.5M

Financial Flexibility

Massive cap space available
Multiple future draft picks
Tradeable contracts for flexibility

Available Tools

Max contract space available
Draft pick accumulation
Salary matching flexibility