SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Unburdened by expectations, the young Utah Jazz feel like they have nowhere to go but up.

The Jazz, who had the worst record in the NBA last season at 17-65, lost three of their top scorers — John Collins, Jordan Clarkson and Collin Sexton — clearing the way for a monumental youth movement.

First-round draft picks Ace Bailey and Walter Clayton Jr. join several young teammates with limited experience. There are nine players on the roster from the last three drafts.

The few veterans Utah acquired will most likely be a larger presence in the locker room than the court.

The Jazz are led by one of the youngest coaches in the league. Coach Will Hardy, 37, played against newcomer Kevin Love as a teenager in AAU basketball.

Other key additions are Georges Niang , w

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