Utah Jazz Mock Draft Roundup 1.0: Experts Predict First Pick

Who will the Utah Jazz take with their first selections in the 2024 NBA Draft?

It's that time of year. The Utah Jazz won't be conveying their top 10 protected 2024 first-round pick to the Oklahoma City Thunder this season. They will have the eighth- or ninth-best odds to obtain the No. 1 selection of the 2024 NBA draft.

So, what prospects could be calling Salt Lake City home in 2025? Let's take a look at what the experts are predicting.

SF - Matus Buzelis - Bleacher Report

“While the NCAA tournament has scouts' attention, Matas Buzelis has had some promising showings lately in the G League. He finished with at least 15 points, four assists and two blocks in three consecutive games, appearing more aggressive with Ron Holland and Tyler Smith both out."

"He still continues to deliver a mixed bag of enticing scoring versatility, inconsistent shooting, athletic plays at both ends and problems converting off self-creation."

"He's going to get a pass from teams who covet the big-wing archetype and remain willing to stay patient with his shot and execution. But without one surefire, translatable skill and too much on-and-off production, it's difficult to imagine a team using a top-five pick on Buzelis.” - Jonathan Wasserman

SG - Reed Sheppard - The Ringer

“Sheppard’s shooting prowess and secondary playmaking could end up making him a dynamic partner for Keyonte George. That backcourt would be on the smaller side, but it’d often be flanked by long-armed players in the frontcourt. Though Sheppard played his worst game in Kentucky’s opening-round loss of March Madness, a coach like Will Hardy won’t be as slow as John Calipari to make adjustments to help his young players.” - Kevin O’Connor

PF - Matus Buzelis - CBS Sports

“Buzelis hasn't quite lived up to expectations as a potential No. 1 pick in 2024 playing for G League Ignite this season but it's still hard to see him slipping out of the top 10. The tools he possesses that made him such a highly-touted prospect -- his 6-10 frame, ability to put the ball on the floor and shooting upside -- are all enough to validate a team willing to take him in this range.” - Kyle Boone

Wing - Johny Furphy - NBA Draft Room

“One of the hottest prospects in the land over the second half of the season, Furphy is a tall SG with a sweet release on his jumper. He’ll need to get stronger but has excellent athleticism, feel for the game and tons of natural talent. He showed nice flashes on the defensive end.” - NBA Draft Room