Jazz executives embrace a full youth movement, insisting minutes must be earned in a meritocracy as nine first- and second- year players anchor the roster. Ace Bailey, Walter Clayton Jr., John Tonje, Cody Williams, Isaiah Collier, Kyle Filipowski, Taylor Hendricks, Keyonte George and Brice Sensabaugh pace a young core while veterans like Lauri Markkanen, Georges Niang and Walker Kessler provide guidance. Will Hardy stresses accountability and fluid rotations, balancing development with competitiveness to avoid stunting growth or tanking the lottery. The plan hinges on tough competition, injuries and continued improvement as the season unfolds.