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Former Tennessee Basketball Star Kennedy Chandler Shines in NBA Season Debut

Kennedy Chandler made his NBA season debut on Saturday, in a game that he was a star.
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Mar 21, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard Kennedy Chandler (0) warms up before the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
Mar 21, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard Kennedy Chandler (0) warms up before the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images

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A former Tennessee basketball player made his NBA season debut on Saturday, as he has been the assists leader in the G League. That player is former Tennessee guard and current Utah Jazz guard Kennedy Chandler.

Chandler has played with multiple teams in the past, after falling to the second round of the NBA Draft. This was following his one and only season with the Tennessee Volunteers, where he helped lead the program to an SEC championship.

Kennedy Chandler's Debut Stats

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Mar 21, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard Kennedy Chandler (0) passes the ball against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images

The talented guard played well, as he finished the game with a total of 19 points. He was also very efficient in passing the ball, as he finished with four assists. With him being a smaller guard, he isn't one to be considered a huge threat when it comes to rebounds, but the standout guard finished with a total of five on the night, all while coming off the bench.

Despite his valuable effort, the Utah Jazz still fell short against his former team, the Philadelphia 76ers. This was a game that the Jazz knew they could compete in, and Chandler made it possible. He is on a 10-day contract, but if he keeps it up, he very well could be extended and could be on the team next season, as the season is coming to an end. The Jazz are set to take on the Toronto Raptors next, which will be played on Monday.

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CALEB SISK

Caleb Sisk is a talented sports journalist from the state of Georgia. Originally from Chattanooga, Tennessee, Sisk's passion for sports grew. Bringing years of recruiting coverage experience, he has been named a National Recruiting Reporter and covers various college sites on the On SI network. He takes pride in covering recruiting and has been featured by numerous companies for his excellent coverage and knowledge. He has also spent time at other companies, including Rivals, where he covered the Tennessee Volunteers.

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