The 2017-18 Utah Jazz season was a pivotal period marked by significant transitions and unexpected success. After the departure of star forward Gordon Hayward to the Boston Celtics in the offseason, the team faced uncertainty but quickly found new leadership in rookie Donovan Mitchell. Selected 13th overall in the 2017 NBA Draft, Mitchell emerged as a dynamic scorer and playmaker, averaging 20.5 points per game and earning a spot on the NBA All-Rookie First Team.
The Jazz, under the guidance of head coach Quin Snyder, finished the regular season with a 48-34 record, securing the fifth seed in the Western Conference. This strong finish was fueled by a remarkable turnaround; after starting the season 19-28, Utah surged in the second half, winning 29 of their final 35 games. Key to this resurgence was the team’s defensive prowess, anchored by center Rudy Gobert, who was named the NBA Defensive Player of the Year.
In the playoffs, the Jazz defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder in a competitive first-round series, winning in six games. However, their postseason run ended in the Western Conference Semifinals, where they fell to the top-seeded Houston Rockets in five games. Despite the loss, the season was considered a success, as the Jazz exceeded expectations and laid a strong foundation for future campaigns with Mitchell and Gobert at the helm.
- Regular Season Record: 48-34
- Playoff Result: Western Conference First Round: 4-2, Western Conference Semifinals: 1-4
Utah Jazz Roster and Stats for 2017-18 Season
| Regular Season | Playoffs | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Player | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% |
| Donovan Mitchell | 79 | 20.5 | 3.7 | 3.7 | 1.5 | 0.3 | 34.0 | 11 | 24.4 | 5.9 | 4.2 | 1.5 | 0.4 | 31.2 |
| Rodney Hood | 39 | 16.8 | 2.8 | 1.7 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 38.9 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Rudy Gobert | 56 | 13.5 | 10.7 | 1.4 | 0.8 | 2.3 | 0.0 | 11 | 13.2 | 10.7 | 1.0 | 0.9 | 2.3 | 0.0 |
| Ricky Rubio | 77 | 13.1 | 4.6 | 5.3 | 1.6 | 0.1 | 35.2 | 6 | 14.0 | 7.3 | 7.0 | 1.3 | 0.5 | 31.3 |
| Derrick Favors | 77 | 12.3 | 7.2 | 1.3 | 0.7 | 1.1 | 22.2 | 11 | 9.3 | 5.2 | 1.2 | 0.7 | 1.0 | 40.0 |
| Jae Crowder | 27 | 11.8 | 3.8 | 1.5 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 31.6 | 11 | 10.0 | 5.1 | 1.7 | 1.4 | 0.2 | 33.3 |
| Joe Ingles | 82 | 11.5 | 4.2 | 4.8 | 1.1 | 0.2 | 44.0 | 11 | 14.5 | 4.4 | 3.4 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 45.5 |
| Thabo Sefolosha | 38 | 8.2 | 4.2 | 0.9 | 1.4 | 0.3 | 38.1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Dante Exum | 14 | 8.1 | 1.9 | 3.1 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 27.8 | 10 | 5.1 | 1.4 | 1.0 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 28.6 |
| Alec Burks | 64 | 7.7 | 3.0 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 33.1 | 9 | 9.1 | 2.7 | 1.9 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 45.0 |
| Joe Johnson | 32 | 7.3 | 3.3 | 1.4 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 27.4 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Jonas Jerebko | 74 | 5.8 | 3.3 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 41.4 | 10 | 1.9 | 1.6 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 16.7 |
| Royce O'Neale | 69 | 5.0 | 3.4 | 1.4 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 35.6 | 11 | 7.1 | 3.5 | 1.4 | 0.9 | 0.4 | 35.7 |
| Raul Neto | 41 | 4.5 | 1.2 | 1.8 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 40.4 | 8 | 2.6 | 1.3 | 1.3 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 28.6 |
| David Stockton | 3 | 3.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 66.7 | 2 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Naz Mitrou-Long | 1 | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 100.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Ekpe Udoh | 63 | 2.6 | 2.4 | 0.8 | 0.7 | 1.2 | 0.0 | 6 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 |
| Georges Niang | 9 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Tony Bradley | 9 | 0.9 | 1.2 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 1 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Nate Wolters | 5 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Erik McCree | 4 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
Utah Jazz in the 2018 NBA Playoffs
Playoffs First Round vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
In the first round of the 2018 NBA Playoffs, the Utah Jazz faced off against the Oklahoma City Thunder, securing a series victory in six games. Led by standout rookie Donovan Mitchell, who averaged 28.5 points per game, the Jazz showcased resilience and teamwork, overcoming a star-studded Thunder lineup that included Russell Westbrook, Paul George, and Carmelo Anthony. Utah's defensive prowess and balanced scoring ultimately propelled them to the second round, marking a significant achievement for the team.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 15, 2018 | @ Oklahoma City Thunder | L 116-108 | |
| Apr 18, 2018 | @ Oklahoma City Thunder | W 102-95 | |
| Apr 21, 2018 | vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | W 115-102 | |
| Apr 23, 2018 | vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | W 113-96 | |
| Apr 25, 2018 | @ Oklahoma City Thunder | L 107-99 | |
| Apr 27, 2018 | vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | W 96-91 |
Playoffs Second Round vs. Houston Rockets
In the 2018 NBA Playoffs, the Utah Jazz faced the Houston Rockets in the second round, where they struggled against the top-seeded team. Despite a spirited effort led by rookie sensation Donovan Mitchell, the Jazz were overpowered by the Rockets' dynamic duo of James Harden and Chris Paul, ultimately losing the series in five games. The experience, however, highlighted the potential of the Jazz's young core, setting a foundation for future success.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 29, 2018 | @ Houston Rockets | L 110-96 | |
| May 02, 2018 | @ Houston Rockets | W 116-108 | |
| May 04, 2018 | vs. Houston Rockets | L 113-92 | |
| May 06, 2018 | vs. Houston Rockets | L 100-87 | |
| May 08, 2018 | @ Houston Rockets | L 112-102 |
Utah Jazz 2017-18 Regular Season Game Log
Here is the game log for the 2017-18 season for the Utah Jazz.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 18, 2017 | vs. Denver Nuggets | W 106-96 | |
| Oct 20, 2017 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | L 100-97 | |
| Oct 21, 2017 | vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | W 96-87 | |
| Oct 24, 2017 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | L 102-84 | |
| Oct 25, 2017 | @ Phoenix Suns | L 97-88 | |
| Oct 28, 2017 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | W 96-81 | |
| Oct 30, 2017 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | W 104-89 | |
| Nov 01, 2017 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | W 112-103 | |
| Nov 03, 2017 | vs. Toronto Raptors | L 109-100 | |
| Nov 05, 2017 | @ Houston Rockets | L 137-110 | |
| Nov 07, 2017 | vs. Philadelphia 76ers | L 104-97 | |
| Nov 10, 2017 | vs. Miami Heat | L 84-74 | |
| Nov 11, 2017 | vs. Brooklyn Nets | W 114-106 | |
| Nov 13, 2017 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | L 109-98 | |
| Nov 15, 2017 | @ New York Knicks | L 106-101 | |
| Nov 17, 2017 | @ Brooklyn Nets | L 118-107 | |
| Nov 18, 2017 | @ Orlando Magic | W 125-85 | |
| Nov 20, 2017 | @ Philadelphia 76ers | L 107-86 | |
| Nov 22, 2017 | vs. Chicago Bulls | W 110-80 | |
| Nov 25, 2017 | vs. Milwaukee Bucks | W 121-108 | |
| Nov 28, 2017 | vs. Denver Nuggets | W 106-77 | |
| Nov 30, 2017 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | W 126-107 | |
| Dec 01, 2017 | vs. New Orleans Pelicans | W 114-108 | |
| Dec 04, 2017 | vs. Washington Wizards | W 116-69 | |
| Dec 05, 2017 | @ Oklahoma City Thunder | L 100-94 | |
| Dec 07, 2017 | vs. Houston Rockets | L 112-101 | |
| Dec 09, 2017 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | L 117-100 | |
| Dec 13, 2017 | @ Chicago Bulls | L 103-100 | |
| Dec 15, 2017 | @ Boston Celtics | W 107-95 | |
| Dec 16, 2017 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | L 109-100 | |
| Dec 18, 2017 | @ Houston Rockets | L 120-99 | |
| Dec 20, 2017 | @ Oklahoma City Thunder | L 107-79 | |
| Dec 21, 2017 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | W 100-89 | |
| Dec 23, 2017 | vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | L 103-89 | |
| Dec 26, 2017 | @ Denver Nuggets | L 107-83 | |
| Dec 27, 2017 | @ Golden State Warriors | L 126-101 | |
| Dec 30, 2017 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 104-101 | |
| Jan 03, 2018 | vs. New Orleans Pelicans | L 108-98 | |
| Jan 05, 2018 | @ Denver Nuggets | L 99-91 | |
| Jan 07, 2018 | @ Miami Heat | L 103-102 | |
| Jan 10, 2018 | @ Washington Wizards | W 107-104 | |
| Jan 12, 2018 | @ Charlotte Hornets | L 99-88 | |
| Jan 15, 2018 | vs. Indiana Pacers | L 109-94 | |
| Jan 17, 2018 | @ Sacramento Kings | W 120-105 | |
| Jan 19, 2018 | vs. New York Knicks | L 117-115 | |
| Jan 20, 2018 | vs. Los Angeles Clippers | W 125-113 | |
| Jan 22, 2018 | @ Atlanta Hawks | L 104-90 | |
| Jan 24, 2018 | @ Detroit Pistons | W 98-95 | |
| Jan 26, 2018 | @ Toronto Raptors | W 97-93 | |
| Jan 30, 2018 | vs. Golden State Warriors | W 129-99 | |
| Feb 02, 2018 | @ Phoenix Suns | W 129-97 | |
| Feb 03, 2018 | @ San Antonio Spurs | W 120-111 | |
| Feb 05, 2018 | @ New Orleans Pelicans | W 133-109 | |
| Feb 07, 2018 | @ Memphis Grizzlies | W 92-88 | |
| Feb 09, 2018 | vs. Charlotte Hornets | W 106-94 | |
| Feb 11, 2018 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | W 115-96 | |
| Feb 12, 2018 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | W 101-99 | |
| Feb 14, 2018 | vs. Phoenix Suns | W 107-97 | |
| Feb 23, 2018 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | L 100-81 | |
| Feb 24, 2018 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | W 97-90 | |
| Feb 26, 2018 | vs. Houston Rockets | L 96-85 | |
| Mar 02, 2018 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | W 116-108 | |
| Mar 03, 2018 | @ Sacramento Kings | W 98-91 | |
| Mar 05, 2018 | vs. Orlando Magic | W 94-80 | |
| Mar 07, 2018 | @ Indiana Pacers | W 104-84 | |
| Mar 09, 2018 | @ Memphis Grizzlies | W 95-78 | |
| Mar 11, 2018 | @ New Orleans Pelicans | W 116-99 | |
| Mar 13, 2018 | vs. Detroit Pistons | W 110-79 | |
| Mar 15, 2018 | vs. Phoenix Suns | W 116-88 | |
| Mar 17, 2018 | vs. Sacramento Kings | W 103-97 | |
| Mar 20, 2018 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | L 99-94 | |
| Mar 22, 2018 | @ Dallas Mavericks | W 119-112 | |
| Mar 23, 2018 | @ San Antonio Spurs | L 124-120 | |
| Mar 25, 2018 | @ Golden State Warriors | W 110-91 | |
| Mar 28, 2018 | vs. Boston Celtics | L 97-94 | |
| Mar 30, 2018 | vs. Memphis Grizzlies | W 107-97 | |
| Apr 01, 2018 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | W 121-97 | |
| Apr 03, 2018 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | W 117-110 | |
| Apr 05, 2018 | vs. Los Angeles Clippers | W 117-95 | |
| Apr 08, 2018 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | W 112-97 | |
| Apr 10, 2018 | vs. Golden State Warriors | W 119-79 | |
| Apr 11, 2018 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | L 102-93 |