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Keyonte George transitions to combo guard role for the Utah Jazz

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 2:05 AM

Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Keyonte George transitions to combo guard role for the Utah Jazz

Summary

Keyonte George prepares for a shift in his role with the Utah Jazz for the 2026-27 season. After a breakout campaign where he averaged 23.6 points and 6.1 assists per game, the guard faces a new dynamic alongside incoming teammates. The team added guard Darryn Peterson in the June draft and acquired Jaren Jackson Jr. to join a frontcourt already featuring Lauri Markkanen. Coach Will Hardy intends to use George in a combo guard capacity, allowing him to rotate between on-ball and off-ball duties. This adjustment moves George from a primary initiator to a role where he can attack rotating defenses and play off screens. He expects the tandem with Peterson to provide versatility to the Utah backcourt.

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By the Numbers

•Keyonte George averaged 23.6 points and 6.1 assists during the previous season.
•The Utah Jazz selected guard Darryn Peterson with the second overall pick in June.
•Jaren Jackson Jr. joins the roster alongside established scorer Lauri Markkanen.
•Coach Will Hardy plans to use George in both on-ball and off-ball positions.
•George recorded a career-high 43 points in a single game last season.

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What they're saying

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Following a breakout season, the young guard must integrate his scoring prowess with new arrivals Darryn Peterson and Jaren Jackson Jr. to anchor Utah’s evolving offensive backcourt.
— Yahoo Sports

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