Keyonte George prepares Jazz for home opener against Pelicans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 9:16 PM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George is focused on improving the team's performance in their home opener against the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday. After a disappointing 123-103 loss to Memphis, where the Jazz struggled with rebounding and turnovers, George emphasizes the need for increased focus and defensive communication. With center Jusuf Nurkić still sidelined, the Jazz aim to give fans a better performance after their rough start to the season. George expressed excitement for playing at home, noting the importance of fan support during challenging times.
- •George focused on addressing issues from a loss to Memphis.
- •Jazz lost the rebounding battle 55-38 in their opener.
- •George stresses the need for better defensive communication.
- •Jusuf Nurkić remains out; Tony Bradley could return.
- •Jazz host Pelicans in their home opener on Friday.
- 9:16 PMYahoo Sports — ‘It’s hard for me to sleep at night’: Keyonte George on Jazz home opener
"Keyonte George and the Jazz look to bounce back from a rough opener and give Utahns a special season, starting with Friday's home opener.
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