David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and NBA Insider, explores the potential of trading for high-profile players like Zion Williamson, Trae Young, or Lonzo Ball if the Jazz don't secure a top draft pick. He analyzes the success rates of NBA draft picks, revealing a significant drop-off after the fifth selection, and discusses the implications for the Jazz's rebuilding strategy.

The episode delves into the value of established players versus draft picks, with Locke considering trades involving Lauri Markkanen and evaluating young talents like Walker Kessler and Keyonte George. He also examines the challenges of assessing player performance on struggling teams and highlights coach Will Hardy's leadership in maintaining team cohesion during a difficult season. The podcast concludes with insights on the NBA draft lottery simulation and its potential impact on the Jazz's future.

0:00 Intro: Ask Loj segment on Locked On Jazz
5:39 Analyzing NBA draft pick success rates
17:34 Trading Lauri Markkanen: Value and considerations
23:20 NBA Draft Lottery simulation for Jazz
28:36 Evaluating talent on struggling teams
31:41 Will Hardy's growth as a coach

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