The Utah Jazz have exercised team options for the 2026-27 season on Taylor Hendricks, Keyonte George, Cody Williams, Brice Sensabaugh, and Isaiah Collier, NBA insider Michael Scotto reported. The decisions secure the young core as the franchise looks to balance development with flexibility.
Hendricks will earn $7.81 million, George $6.56 million, Williams $6.02 million, Sensabaugh $4.86 million, and Collier $2.76 million under the options. The moves lock in promising talent while preserving cap space for future maneuvers.
Through the first four games of 2025-26, Hendricks is averaging 5.0 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per contest. Keyonte George leads this group with 17.0 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game. Sensabaugh is adding 10.8 points and 3.8 rebounds, while Williams is contributing 8.0 points and 8.0 rebounds. Collier has seen limited action but remains part of the team’s developmental pipeline.
Utah’s decision secures depth in both the frontcourt and backcourt. The forwards Hendricks and Sensabaugh offer scoring and defensive versatility, while George, Williams, and Collier provide athleticism and guard depth.
Financially, the Jazz hold $122.8 million in active cap for 2025-26, with $133.9 million in guaranteed salaries. Exercising the team options adds $7.9 million but positions Utah for significant flexibility in the 2026 offseason, when only $51.9 million remains guaranteed.
The Jazz project $122.2 million below the 2026-27 salary cap of $154.8 million, giving them room for potential max-cap acquisitions or roster resets. Multiple first-round picks provide additional trade assets for rebuilding or adding veteran talent.
