Reporting from Sacramento indicated the Kings and Jazz were in final conversations about a trade involving John Collins — but that the deal didn't go through. Collins responded to the rumors on Thursday.

However, it seems as if the Jazz were almost involved in a big deal that nearly took place not too long ago, but the trade ultimately fell through. According to James Ham of The K

Utah Jazz forward John Collins is rumored to be on the move one week before the NBA trade deadline. The Sacramento Kings are reportedly in trade talks for Collins, who knows he could join the Kings between now and February 6. Collins addressed the trade rumors, per The Salt Lake Tribune’s Andy Larsen.

Pregame analysis and predictions of the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Utah Jazz NBA game to be played on January 30, 2025 on ESPN.

A game against the West’s worst was a chance to let down, but Minnesota pulled away in the second half, helped by Anthony Edwards' 36 points.