Watch: Utah Jazz Showcase John Collins’ Most Spectacular Dunks In Explosive Highlight Reel
Power forward's aerial arsenal on display as Jazz celebrate his high-flying season highlights
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The Utah Jazz have treated basketball fans to an electrifying visual feast, compiling John Collins’ most spectacular dunks in a highlight carousel posted to their official Instagram account.
The NBA team’s social media post features a collection of Collins’ most impressive aerial displays from the season, showcasing the 6’9″ power forward’s remarkable athleticism and finishing ability. The carousel of images captures Collins soaring through the air for various slam dunks, including powerful two-handed jams, emphatic put-backs, and athletic alley-oops.
“A carousel packed with John Collins dunks, you’re welcome 🥩 #TakeNote,” reads the caption from the Jazz’s official Instagram account, inviting fans to enjoy the high-flying highlights.
The post highlights Collins’ explosive vertical leap and ability to finish with authority at the rim, traits that have made him a fan favorite and valuable asset for the Jazz this season.
Collins’ Standout Season With The Jazz
This highlight package comes on the heels of Collins’ impressive 2023-24 campaign with Utah. According to a previous post from the team’s Instagram account, Collins became just the fifth Jazz player ever to average 19+ points while shooting 50% from the field.
“This season John became the 5th jazz player ever to avg 19+ points on 50% shooting 🔋. Let’s check out some of his top moments 📺💤 #TakeNote,” the team shared in an earlier post showcasing Collins’ season highlights.
The power forward’s efficiency and scoring prowess put him in elite company in Jazz history, joining legends who have achieved this statistical benchmark while wearing Utah’s colors.
From Atlanta To Utah: Collins’ Journey
Collins joined the Jazz in 2023 after spending the first six seasons of his NBA career with the Atlanta Hawks, who selected him with the 19th overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft out of Wake Forest. The trade to Utah gave Collins a fresh opportunity to showcase his skills as a featured player.
Known for his vertical athleticism and finishing ability, Collins has built a reputation as one of the league’s most exciting above-the-rim players. His highlight-reel dunks have made him a favorite for social media clips and NBA highlight packages.
Jazz Building Around Young Talent
The celebration of Collins’ highlights comes as part of a broader narrative for the Utah Jazz, who are in the midst of a rebuild focused on developing young talent. The team has been actively showcasing their promising players on social media.
Recent posts from the team have highlighted other young standouts, including rookie Isaiah Collier, who had a record-breaking first season. According to the team’s Instagram, Collier “dropped 615 points and dished out 446 assists, becoming the first Jazz rookie to ever accumulate those totals.” The team noted he “leads all NBA rookies in total assists (400), assists per game (6.2) and point-assist double-doubles (9).”
Another rookie, Kyle Filipowski, has also received recognition from the team, with a post noting he ranked “3rd most double-doubles + 500 points + 350 rebounds + 100 assists” among rookies this season, making a case for All-Rookie honors.
The Utah Jazz Legacy
The Utah Jazz franchise, established in 1974 as the New Orleans Jazz before relocating to Salt Lake City in 1979, has a rich history in the NBA. While the team has yet to win an NBA championship, they reached the NBA Finals in 1997 and 1998 during the Stockton-Malone era.
The franchise continues to honor its history while building for the future. A recent post celebrated longtime public address announcer Dan Roberts, whose catchphrase “How ‘Bout this Jazz” became iconic over his 46 seasons with the organization.
As the Jazz continue their rebuilding process, Collins’ high-flying highlights represent the kind of exciting, athletic play the team hopes will energize their fanbase and signal a bright future ahead in Utah.
The powerful dunks featured in the team’s Instagram carousel serve as both entertainment for fans and a reminder of the explosive talent the Jazz have at their disposal as they work to construct their next contending team in the competitive Western Conference.
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