Nov 12, 2026 5:12 AM
A late-game collapse overshadowed standout performances from rookies Darryn Peterson and Ace Bailey as Utah fell to 1-11, failing to capitalize on a promising third-quarter lead.
The Utah Jazz continue to search for answers as their early-season struggles have turned into a lengthy losing streak. On Wednesday night, Utah suffered its 10th consecutive loss, falling 123-108 to the Orlando Magic at the Delta Center. The defeat dropped the Jazz to 1-11 on the season, although there were once again encouraging performances from several young players.
For much of the night, Utah looked capable of ending its losing streak. The Jazz came out with energy offensively, scoring 34 points in the opening quarter and taking a five-point lead. Orlando responded with 37 points in the second quarter to take a 66-59 advantage into halftime, but Utah continued to battle.
The Jazz put together an impressive third quarter, outscoring the Magic 28-19 to regain the lead entering the final period. Unfortunately, the fourth quarter was a completely different story. Orlando dominated the final 12 minutes, outscoring Utah 38-21 and turning what had been a competitive contest into a comfortable 15-point victory.
Despite another disappointing result, rookie Darryn Peterson continued to show why he's such an important piece of Utah's future. Peterson finished with 20 points, four rebounds and five assists. While his shooting efficiency wasn't particularly impressive, his ability to create opportunities offensively and make plays for teammates was another encouraging sign in his development.
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Ace Bailey also delivered a strong performance with 18 points, seven rebounds and four blocks. Bailey's versatility continues to stand out, particularly on the defensive end, where his length and athleticism allow him to make an impact beyond scoring. His development alongside Peterson remains one of the biggest positives for Utah during an otherwise difficult start to the season.
On the other side, Franz Wagner was simply too much for Utah to handle. Wagner matched his career high with 38 points and added eight rebounds, leading Orlando's offense throughout the night. Desmond Bane contributed 25 points, including seven three-pointers, while Anthony Black added 22 points, seven rebounds and eight assists.
Those three players combined for 85 points, creating significant problems for a Utah defense that has struggled to get stops all season.
The Jazz were once again playing without several key contributors, including Lauri Markkanen and Keyonte George. Those absences have forced younger players into larger roles, creating opportunities for development but also exposing some of Utah's weaknesses, particularly in late-game situations.
Ultimately, Utah couldn't sustain its strong third-quarter performance when it mattered most. The Jazz have shown flashes of competitiveness throughout their losing streak, but turning those stretches into complete performances remains a challenge.
Utah will look to snap its skid Friday when it travels to face the Houston Rockets.
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