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A low-risk, speculative 10-day flier on a fringe NBA guard with limited upside. Multiple headlines suggest Chandler showed flashes but ultimately wasn't retained long-term by Utah. The strongest signal is the Jazz declining a second 10-day deal, indicating he didn't fully convince the staff. Fans briefly rallied around his hustle and confidence, but the buzz faded quickly. Chandler remains a developmental long shot, likely cycling through short-term opportunities across the league.
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Contract Value Index (CVI)
B-
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Kennedy Chandler's $1.2M deal with the Utah Jazz earns a solid B- CVI, reflecting smart value acquisition for a rebuilding franchise prioritizing development over immediate contention. At this price point, the Jazz are getting a former second-round pick with legitimate upside at essentially minimum salary, creating zero luxury tax concerns while maintaining maximum roster flexibility. Chandler brings intriguing athleticism and playmaking potential that aligns perfectly with Utah's timeline—they can afford to be patient with his development while he learns behind more established guards. The contract structure gives the Jazz a cost-controlled asset who could either blossom into a rotation contributor or serve as valuable trade filler down the line. For a team still accumulating young talent and draft capital, this represents the exact type of low-risk, high-reward move that championship-contending teams will envy when salary cap constraints tighten. The B- grade reflects solid value extraction without the premium that comes with proven production—Utah gets a developmental flyer at the right price point for their current phase.
Contract Details
- AAV
- $1.2M
Transaction Info
- Type
- Signing
- Date
- Mar 21, 2026
- Season
- 2025-26
Signed G Kennedy Chandler to a 10-day contract.
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The Utah Jazz signed Kennedy Chandler (G) on March 21, 2026. FanVerdicts grades every reported NBA transaction across three dimensions independently: Contract Value Index measures the deal's value relative to expected production, Sentiment measures media and fan reaction, and Fan Verdict aggregates community voting on this page. Current grades for this move: Contract Value Index B-, Sentiment C+, Fan Verdict pending.
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