The 1993-94 Utah Jazz season was marked by solid performance and consistency, continuing their reputation as a formidable team in the NBA. The Jazz finished the regular season with a 53-29 record, securing second place in the Midwest Division. This strong performance was largely attributed to the exceptional play of their star duo, Karl Malone and John Stockton. Malone, known for his scoring prowess, averaged 25.2 points per game, while Stockton, a masterful point guard, led the league in assists with 12.6 per game.
Coached by Jerry Sloan, the Jazz were known for their disciplined style of play and strong defense. Sloan’s leadership was instrumental in maintaining the team’s competitive edge throughout the season. The Jazz’s home games were played at the Delta Center, where they boasted a dominant home-court advantage, winning 32 of their 41 home games.
In the playoffs, the Jazz advanced to the Western Conference Semifinals after defeating the San Antonio Spurs in a tight five-game series. However, they were eliminated by the eventual NBA champions, the Houston Rockets, in a hard-fought seven-game series. Despite the playoff exit, the season was a testament to the Jazz’s resilience and strategic gameplay, further solidifying their status as perennial contenders in the NBA during the 1990s.
- Regular Season Record: 53-29
- Playoff Result: Western Conference First Round: 3-1, Western Conference Semifinals: 4-3, Western Conference Finals: 1-4
Utah Jazz Roster and Stats for 1993-94 Season
| Regular Season | Playoffs | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Player | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% |
| Karl Malone | 82 | 25.2 | 11.5 | 4.0 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 25.0 | 16 | 27.1 | 12.4 | 3.4 | 1.4 | 0.8 | 0.0 |
| Jeff Malone | 50 | 16.2 | 2.3 | 1.3 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 50.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| John Stockton | 82 | 15.1 | 3.1 | 12.6 | 2.4 | 0.3 | 32.2 | 16 | 14.4 | 3.3 | 9.8 | 1.7 | 0.5 | 16.7 |
| Jeff Hornacek | 27 | 14.6 | 2.5 | 3.9 | 1.2 | 0.1 | 42.9 | 16 | 15.4 | 2.4 | 4.0 | 1.5 | 0.4 | 44.1 |
| Tom Chambers | 80 | 11.2 | 4.1 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 31.1 | 16 | 5.8 | 2.8 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 0.6 | 0.0 |
| Felton Spencer | 79 | 8.6 | 8.3 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.8 | 0.0 | 16 | 7.9 | 8.4 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 1.3 | 0.0 |
| Tyrone Corbin | 82 | 8.0 | 4.7 | 1.5 | 1.2 | 0.3 | 20.7 | 16 | 6.3 | 4.9 | 0.9 | 1.3 | 0.2 | 33.3 |
| Jay Humphries | 75 | 7.5 | 1.7 | 2.9 | 0.9 | 0.1 | 39.6 | 16 | 7.4 | 2.3 | 2.4 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 31.8 |
| David Benoit | 55 | 6.5 | 4.7 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.7 | 20.3 | 16 | 7.2 | 4.2 | 0.6 | 0.4 | 0.7 | 18.8 |
| Bryon Russell | 67 | 5.0 | 2.7 | 0.8 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 9.1 | 6 | 2.7 | 1.5 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 66.7 |
| Stephen Howard | 9 | 3.4 | 1.8 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 10 | 1.4 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Walter Bond | 56 | 3.1 | 1.1 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 35.2 | 4 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Chad Gallagher | 2 | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| John Crotty | 45 | 2.9 | 0.7 | 1.7 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 45.8 | 8 | 1.5 | 0.4 | 1.1 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 100.0 |
| Darren Morningstar | 1 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Luther Wright | 15 | 1.3 | 0.7 | 0.0 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Dave Jamerson | 1 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Aaron Williams | 6 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Sean Green | 1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
Utah Jazz in the 1994 NBA Playoffs
Playoffs First Round vs. San Antonio Spurs
In the first round of the 1994 NBA Playoffs, the Utah Jazz faced off against the San Antonio Spurs, securing a victory in the series 3-1. Led by the dynamic duo of Karl Malone and John Stockton, the Jazz showcased their resilience and teamwork, ultimately overpowering the Spurs with a strong defensive performance and clutch plays. This victory advanced them to the Western Conference Semifinals, highlighting their status as a formidable playoff contender.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 28, 1994 | @ San Antonio Spurs | L 106-89 | |
| Apr 30, 1994 | @ San Antonio Spurs | W 96-84 | |
| May 03, 1994 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | W 105-72 | |
| May 05, 1994 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | W 95-90 |
Playoffs Second Round vs. Denver Nuggets
In the 1994 NBA Playoffs, the Utah Jazz advanced to the second round, where they faced the Denver Nuggets. Despite a strong start to the series, the Jazz were ultimately unable to overcome Denver's resilience, falling in seven games. This series is particularly memorable for the Nuggets' impressive comeback from a 3-0 deficit, showcasing the tenacity and grit that characterized the Jazz's fierce competition.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 10, 1994 | vs. Denver Nuggets | W 100-91 | |
| May 12, 1994 | vs. Denver Nuggets | W 104-94 | |
| May 14, 1994 | @ Denver Nuggets | W 111-109 | |
| May 15, 1994 | @ Denver Nuggets | L 83-82 | |
| May 17, 1994 | vs. Denver Nuggets | L 109-101 | |
| May 19, 1994 | @ Denver Nuggets | L 94-91 | |
| May 21, 1994 | vs. Denver Nuggets | W 91-81 |
1994 Conference Championship vs. Houston Rockets
In the 1994 NBA Playoffs, the Utah Jazz reached the Western Conference Finals for the first time in franchise history, showcasing their dynamic duo of Karl Malone and John Stockton. Despite their strong performance, they were defeated by the Houston Rockets in a hard-fought series that ended 4-1, as the Rockets' Hakeem Olajuwon proved too formidable. This appearance marked a significant milestone for the Jazz, setting the stage for their continued success throughout the 1990s.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 23, 1994 | @ Houston Rockets | L 100-88 | |
| May 25, 1994 | @ Houston Rockets | L 104-99 | |
| May 27, 1994 | vs. Houston Rockets | W 95-86 | |
| May 29, 1994 | vs. Houston Rockets | L 80-78 | |
| May 31, 1994 | @ Houston Rockets | L 94-83 |
Utah Jazz 1993-94 Regular Season Game Log
Here is the game log for the 1993-94 season for the Utah Jazz.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 05, 1993 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | W 102-86 | |
| Nov 06, 1993 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | W 105-95 | |
| Nov 08, 1993 | vs. Seattle SuperSonics | L 101-100 | |
| Nov 10, 1993 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | W 91-88 | |
| Nov 12, 1993 | vs. Detroit Pistons | W 109-89 | |
| Nov 13, 1993 | @ Dallas Mavericks | W 101-100 | |
| Nov 16, 1993 | @ Orlando Magic | L 114-96 | |
| Nov 17, 1993 | @ Miami Heat | W 115-111 | |
| Nov 19, 1993 | @ Philadelphia 76ers | L 124-115 | |
| Nov 20, 1993 | @ New York Knicks | W 86-72 | |
| Nov 24, 1993 | vs. Houston Rockets | L 95-93 | |
| Nov 26, 1993 | vs. New Jersey Nets | W 100-97 | |
| Nov 27, 1993 | @ Phoenix Suns | L 120-98 | |
| Nov 30, 1993 | vs. Denver Nuggets | W 103-92 | |
| Dec 02, 1993 | vs. Indiana Pacers | W 103-87 | |
| Dec 04, 1993 | vs. Charlotte Hornets | W 122-108 | |
| Dec 06, 1993 | vs. New York Knicks | W 103-96 | |
| Dec 08, 1993 | vs. Washington Bullets | W 113-91 | |
| Dec 10, 1993 | @ Denver Nuggets | L 107-98 | |
| Dec 11, 1993 | @ Golden State Warriors | L 115-112 | |
| Dec 13, 1993 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | W 102-87 | |
| Dec 15, 1993 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | W 97-95 | |
| Dec 17, 1993 | @ Boston Celtics | W 97-96 | |
| Dec 18, 1993 | @ Washington Bullets | W 102-96 | |
| Dec 21, 1993 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | L 112-97 | |
| Dec 23, 1993 | @ San Antonio Spurs | W 96-88 | |
| Dec 27, 1993 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | W 97-93 | |
| Dec 29, 1993 | vs. Boston Celtics | W 110-107 | |
| Jan 02, 1994 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | W 92-90 | |
| Jan 03, 1994 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | W 115-85 | |
| Jan 05, 1994 | vs. Phoenix Suns | L 107-91 | |
| Jan 07, 1994 | vs. Miami Heat | L 110-104 | |
| Jan 08, 1994 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 108-87 | |
| Jan 13, 1994 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | W 101-83 | |
| Jan 14, 1994 | @ Chicago Bulls | L 107-91 | |
| Jan 16, 1994 | @ New Jersey Nets | L 99-94 | |
| Jan 17, 1994 | @ Detroit Pistons | W 109-94 | |
| Jan 19, 1994 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 104-92 | |
| Jan 21, 1994 | vs. Sacramento Kings | W 112-83 | |
| Jan 22, 1994 | @ Houston Rockets | L 106-101 | |
| Jan 24, 1994 | vs. Seattle SuperSonics | W 95-90 | |
| Jan 26, 1994 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | L 100-98 | |
| Jan 28, 1994 | vs. Golden State Warriors | W 119-91 | |
| Feb 01, 1994 | vs. Houston Rockets | W 104-88 | |
| Feb 03, 1994 | vs. Chicago Bulls | L 94-85 | |
| Feb 05, 1994 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | W 128-114 | |
| Feb 06, 1994 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | L 107-90 | |
| Feb 08, 1994 | @ Denver Nuggets | W 96-95 | |
| Feb 09, 1994 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | L 103-96 | |
| Feb 16, 1994 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | W 103-99 | |
| Feb 18, 1994 | @ Sacramento Kings | L 90-81 | |
| Feb 19, 1994 | vs. Los Angeles Clippers | W 100-93 | |
| Feb 21, 1994 | vs. Philadelphia 76ers | W 119-92 | |
| Feb 23, 1994 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | W 106-102 | |
| Feb 25, 1994 | vs. Phoenix Suns | W 107-87 | |
| Feb 26, 1994 | @ Houston Rockets | W 95-85 | |
| Feb 28, 1994 | vs. Houston Rockets | W 89-85 | |
| Mar 02, 1994 | @ San Antonio Spurs | W 106-96 | |
| Mar 05, 1994 | @ Dallas Mavericks | W 103-90 | |
| Mar 06, 1994 | @ Phoenix Suns | W 103-92 | |
| Mar 08, 1994 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | W 100-86 | |
| Mar 09, 1994 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | L 122-99 | |
| Mar 14, 1994 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | W 102-101 | |
| Mar 15, 1994 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | L 108-105 | |
| Mar 18, 1994 | @ Charlotte Hornets | L 82-78 | |
| Mar 19, 1994 | @ Indiana Pacers | L 107-103 | |
| Mar 21, 1994 | @ Atlanta Hawks | L 100-96 | |
| Mar 23, 1994 | vs. Orlando Magic | L 98-93 | |
| Mar 25, 1994 | vs. Milwaukee Bucks | W 103-96 | |
| Mar 26, 1994 | @ Houston Rockets | L 98-83 | |
| Mar 29, 1994 | vs. Golden State Warriors | L 116-113 | |
| Apr 02, 1994 | vs. Denver Nuggets | W 101-91 | |
| Apr 05, 1994 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 86-79 | |
| Apr 07, 1994 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | W 99-82 | |
| Apr 09, 1994 | vs. Los Angeles Clippers | W 128-104 | |
| Apr 12, 1994 | vs. Sacramento Kings | W 126-91 | |
| Apr 14, 1994 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | W 101-90 | |
| Apr 16, 1994 | @ Golden State Warriors | L 109-105 | |
| Apr 19, 1994 | @ Sacramento Kings | W 115-108 | |
| Apr 21, 1994 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | W 122-111 | |
| Apr 22, 1994 | @ Denver Nuggets | W 113-106 | |
| Apr 24, 1994 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | W 103-97 |