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Jazz Coin Flip Decides Draft Odds Fate
14 Apr
Summary
- Jazz tied with Kings for fourth-worst record, sharing lottery odds.
- A coin flip on April 20th will determine their final draft lottery position.
- Winning the flip boosts Jazz's top pick odds and protects their own pick.

The Utah Jazz's draft lottery position hinges on a coin flip scheduled for April 20th. After concluding the season with a 22-60 record, they are tied with the Sacramento Kings for the fourth-worst standing in the league, granting them shared odds for the upcoming lottery.
This literal coin toss will decide which team secures the more favorable lottery spot, impacting their chances of obtaining a top-three pick. A win for the Jazz not only improves their odds of landing the number one pick from 12.5% to 10.5% but also ensures their own first-round pick remains with them, as it is top-eight protected.