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Has Grayson Allen Caught A Break With The Jazz?

Thabo Sefolosha’s suspension may work to Allen’s advantage

By JD King

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ACC Basketball Tournament - Quarterfinals
NEW YORK, NY - MARCH 09: Grayson Allen #3 of the Duke Blue Devils battles for the ball with Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Louisville Cardinals during the Quarterfinals of the ACC Basketball Tournament at the Barclays Center on March 9, 2017 in New York City.
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With Thabo Sefolosha facing a five-game suspension, Grayson Allen has a chance to crack the rotation for the Utah Jazz early.

It’s not common in his situation since the Jazz were a solid team last year and have some depth, particularly at point guard. But Sefolosha’s absence could cause some short-term hassles for Quin Snyder and the Jazz and Allen can obviously play off-guard and, in a pinch, some small forward for at least a bit.

It’s a chance to make a mark early and we expect Allen will take full advantage.

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