Predicting the Utah Jazz's starting lineup for the 2020-21 NBA season

Utah Jazz v Denver Nuggets - Game Seven
Utah Jazz v Denver Nuggets - Game Seven

#3- Bojan Bogdanovic, Small forward

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Oklahoma City Thunder v Utah Jazz

Bojan Bogdanovic had a good start to his Utah Jazz stint but had to pull out during the business end of the season due to an injury. The swingman will be raring to go next season, after missing out on the playoffs in the last campaign.

Bogdanovic's three-point shooting and perimeter defense will be key assets for the Utah Jazz, who are set to start the former Brooklyn Nets man at the small forward position.

Bogdanovic also shares good chemistry with the two starting guards, which could be pivotal to the Utah Jazz's offensive plans for the next season.

#4- Royce O'Neale, Power forward

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Denver Nuggets v Utah Jazz - Game Three

One of the most underrated players in the league, versatile defender Royce O'Neale will be the most likely starter at the power forward position.

O'Neale has been used as a wing stopper by Quin Snyder until now and will continue in the same role next season, alongside Rudy Gobert in the front court.

After going undrafted in the 2015 NBA draft, O'Neale has come a long way as he has made multiple playoff appearances for the Utah Jazz. Apart from being a defensive stalwart, Royce O'Neale is also a useful offensive option to have as he is a capable shooter from behind the three-point arc.

#5- Rudy Gobert, Center

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Denver Nuggets v Utah Jazz - Game Six

A two-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year and one of the best centers in the league, Rudy Gobert will take his place at the 5 spot for the Utah Jazz next season.

Arguably the best defender in the league, Quin Snyder and the Utah Jazz will hope that the Frenchman will rediscover his 2018 and 2019 form, having gone through a small blip in form last season.

Gobert will be tasked with playing the role of defensive anchor in the paint, along with crashing the boards on both ends, something he is really adept at. The dominant center is also skilled at setting offensive screens, something that would be advantageous for Donovan Mitchell.


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