OMER YURTSEVEN NEWS

Agrees to deal with Panathinaikos Yurtseven agreed to a deal with Panathinaikos on Monday, Eurohoops reports.

Impact The deal isn't finalized yet, but the 6-foot-11 big man is expected to return to Europe to finish his career. After spending three years with Fenerbache to start his basketball career, Yurtseven went to the United States for college in 2016. He spent four years at NC State before transferring to Georgetown. He wasn't selected in the 2020 NBA Draft but received a G League opportunity and worked his way into the Heat's rotation in 2021, averaging 5.3 points and 5.3 rebounds in 12.6 minutes across 56 appearances (12 starts). After making only nine appearances for Miami in 2022, Yurtseven joined the Jazz in 2023 and played 48 games (12 starts), averaging 4.6 points and 4.3 rebounds in 11.4 minutes.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to be released by Jazz The Jazz are planning to waive Yurtseven Sunday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact The Jazz are planning to part ways with Yurtseven, who averaged 4.6 points and 0.6 rebounds in 11.4 minutes per game across 48 appearances last season. Yurtseven will likely garner interest from teams in a limited, backup big man role.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in season finale Sunday Yurtseven supplied 11 points (5-12 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 18 rebounds and two assists over 30 minutes during Sunday's 123-116 loss to the Warriors.

Impact Yurtseven spent most of the season as the third-string center behind John Collins (back) and Walker Kessler (nose), but since both were ruled out for the season finale, Yurtseven stepped into a starting role and looked quite good, posting a double-double and making his presence felt on the glass. Yurtseven started Utah's final six games of the campaign, scoring in double digits four times and posting two double-doubles in that span.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Double-double against Nuggets Yurtseven ended with 20 points (9-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists and two steals in 37 minutes during Tuesday's 111-95 loss to Denver.

Impact Making his third straight start in the absence of John Collins (back) and Walker Kessler (nose), Yurtseven delivered his first double-double of the season. The 25-year-old center has averaged 13.3 points, 8.3 boards, 1.0 assists and 1.0 steals during his brief starting stint, and with Utah headed back to the draft lottery, Yurtseven could see a significant tole over the final handful of games left on the schedule.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Posts 12 points in starting role Yurtseven registered 12 points (6-10 FG), seven rebounds, one assist and one steal over 21 minutes during Friday's 131-102 loss to the Clippers.

Impact Yurtseven garnered the start with John Collins (back) and Walker Kessler (nose) on the sidelines, and although he struggled alongside the rest of the starters, he's proven to be an effective placeholder when called upon. He's started 22 games with the Jazz this season, a decrease from his 40 starts during his rookie season, but the 22-year old is developing over time. The Auburn product will provide solid backup support regardless of where he ends up. His youth is a solid indicator that the Jazz will want to keep him on the payroll as they rebuild in the offseason.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Clippers Yurtseven will start against the Clippers on Friday, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact John Collins (back) and Walker Kessler (nose) are both sidelined, so Yurtseven could have a sizable role Friday night. In six starts this season, Yurtseven averaged 6.0 points, 8.7 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.0 blocks.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Gets green light Yurtseven (ankle) is available for Monday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact Yurtseven will return to action Monday after missing Saturday's loss to the Rockets due to a right ankle sprain. However, Utah is at full strength, save for Kris Dunn (suspension), so it's unclear how big of a role Yurtseven will have off the bench.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable for Monday Yurtseven (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against Dallas.

Impact Yurtseven sat out Saturday's game against the Rockets due to a right ankle sprain, and it's unclear whether he'll be able to return to action Monday. If he's available, Yurtseven is unlikely to see significant playing time.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Saturday Yurtseven (ankle) is out for Saturday's game against the Rockets, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Yurtseven logged 21 minutes in the 113-97 loss to the Mavericks on Thursday, but he'll miss this one, marking his fourth absence since the beginning of March. His next chance to play will come against Dallas on Monday.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Yurtseven is questionable to play Saturday against the Rockets due to a right ankle sprain.

Impact Yurtseven hasn't played much for the Jazz in recent weeks, averaging just 12.3 minutes per game since the beginning of March. However, his absence could prove to be a big one Saturday since Lauri Markkanen (injury maintenance) is out and John Collins (face) is questionable, leaving the frontcourt quite thin in terms of depth.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Rare appearance in victory Yurtseven racked up three points (1-1 FG, 1-1 3Pt) and one rebound in three minutes during Sunday's 128-109 win over the Spurs.

Impact Yurtseven played three minutes in garbage time, entering the rotation for just the fourth time in the past 10 games. Despite his fantasy-friendly game, there simply aren't enough minutes to go around for Yurtseven to have any sustainable value. If the Jazz decide to lean into their second and third units down the stretch, he could pop up on radars as a per-minute streaming consideration.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Gets two minutes in first game back Yurtseven (illness) played two minutes in Tuesday's 130-118 win over the Spurs, missing his only field-goal attempt while recording no other statistics.

Impact Though Yurtseven received minutes in his return from a four-game absence due to an illness, he wasn't included in the rotation. Yurtseven and three other deep reserves (Brice Sensabaugh, Luka Samanic and Taylor Hendricks) all played the final 2:08 of the contest when Utah had essentially already secured the win. With Utah at full strength in the frontcourt, Yurtseven looks as though he'll rank no higher than third in the pecking order at center behind Walker Kessler and Kelly Olynyk.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Yurtseven (illness) isn't listed on the injury report ahead of Saturday's matchup in Toronto.

Impact Yurtseven missed four straight games due to an illness but will return to action versus the Raptors. However, with Utah's frontcourt at full strength, it's unclear what type of role Yurtseven will play. He started six straight games from Nov. 25 through Dec. 6, averaging 6.0 points, 8.7 rebounds and 1.0 blocks in 21.0 minutes per game, but across 12 appearances off the bench, Yurtseven has mustered just 3.6 points and 2.9 rebounds in 8.5 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still out against Detroit Yurtseven (illness) won't play in Thursday's game versus the Pistons.

Impact Yurtseven's absence streak will extend to four games after being ruled out for the second leg of Utah's back-to-back Thursday due to an illness. His next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Toronto.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Wednesday Yurtseven (illness) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Yurtseven will miss a third straight game due to an illness. His next chance to suit up will come Thursday in Detroit. Walker Kessler and Kelly Olynyk should continue to handle most of the center minutes until Yurtseven returns.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Monday Yurtseven (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Nets, Eric Walden of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Yurtseven was unavailable for Saturday's game against the Kings, and he'll remain sidelined against Brooklyn. Walker Kessler and Kelly Olynyk could see additional run Monday.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Monday Yurtseven (illness) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Nets.

Impact Yurtseven missed Saturday's game due to an illness that has his status for Monday's game in question. If he is ruled out, Walker Kessler and Kelly Olynyk could be in line for extended minutes.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will not play Saturday Yurtseven (illness) will not play in Saturday's game against the Kings, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact The Jazz upgraded Yurtseven to questionable after ruling him out early Saturday morning, only to rule him out yet again prior to warmups. Kelly Olynyk could pick up a handful of extra minutes with Yurtseven sitting this one out.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Yurtseven (illness) is now listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus Sacramento, Eric Walden of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Yurtseven was initially ruled out with a non-COVID illness but now has a chance to suit up against the Kings. The 25-year-old big man is averaging 2.0 points and 4.0 rebounds in 12.3 minutes across his last three appearances.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out sick Yurtseven will not play in Saturday's game in Sacramento due to an illness.

Impact Yurtseven was not on Utah's initial injury report, so it appears his illness is relatively new. His absence is not expected to impact the team's rotation, but they will be a little thinner on frontcourt depth options. The big man's next opportunity to play will come Monday versus the Nets.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Yurtseven will come off the bench Friday against the Clippers, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Walker Kessler is back in the starting lineup after playing with the second unit in his last six games. Yurtseven's role is likely to trend down with the Jazz getting healthier. Kelly Olynyk (back) is back Friday, and Lauri Markkanen (hamstring) is getting closer to a return.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Snags 15 rebounds in OT win Yurtseven racked up nine points (4-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 15 rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal across 27 minutes during Saturday's 118-113 overtime victory over the...

Impact Yurtseven logged his fifth consecutive start Saturday, boosting his fantasy value while decimating the stock for Walter Kessler. Although Kessler is healthy and has logged significant time off the bench, he has yet to win back his slot in the starting lineup after his seven-game absence. Yurtseven has averaged only 5.6 points per game since taking over, but sublime rebound totals have kept him relevant.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still with starters Yurtseven will start Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies, David Locke of Utah Jazz Radio reports.

Impact For a third straight game with Walker Kessler healthy, Yurtseven will start at the center position. While Kessler has been undergoing a ramp-up period after a lengthy absence, it's certainly notable that Yurtseven has remained ahead of him in the depth chart. In his only two starts this season, Yurtseven is averaging 6.5 points, 8.5 rebounds and 2.0 blocks across 24.5 minutes.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Snags 10 rebounds in start Yurtseven posted seven points (2-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 22 minutes during Monday's 114-112 victory over New Orleans.

Impact Yurtseven started again and improved in his second-straight game against New Orleans. Walker Kessler's play has improved, so the long-term prospects of Yurtseven's place in the rotation are unclear, but the team is now 2-0 with the Goergetown product in the lineup. The roster will reshuffle when Lauri Markkanen returns.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting again Monday Yurtseven is in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Clippers, Ben Anderson of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.

Impact Yurtseven is making his second consecutive start while Walker Kessler will come off the bench. Monday will mark Kessler's second game back after missing seven contests to manage a sprained UCL in his left elbow. It's likely that Kessler will return to a starting role as he continues ramping up, but Yurtseven remaining with the starters Monday is notable.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE