**Utah Jazz acquire John Collins from the Phoenix Suns**
Jazz shake up rotation by acquiring young star forward
In a surprising move, the Utah Jazz have acquired 25-year-old forward John Collins from the Phoenix Suns in exchange for a package centered around veteran center Kelly Olynyk and a future first-round draft pick.
Collins, a four-year veteran, is averaging 13.9 points, 8.2 rebounds and 1.4 assists per game this season. He has been a key part of the Suns' success this season, helping them to a 32-28 record and fifth place in the Western Conference.
The Jazz are hoping that Collins can bring some much-needed scoring and rebounding to their lineup. They are currently 29-31 and in ninth place in the Western Conference.
The Suns are getting a proven veteran in Olynyk in return. The 31-year-old center is averaging 12.0 points, 6.9 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game this season.
The trade is a significant one for both teams. The Jazz are betting that Collins can help them make a playoff run, while the Suns are getting a solid veteran in Olynyk who can help them continue to compete for a playoff spot.
Jazz get younger, more athletic with Collins
The Jazz have been looking to get younger and more athletic for some time now, and they believe that Collins is the perfect player to help them do that. He is a versatile forward who can play both power forward and center.
Collins is also a good shooter, rebounder and defender. He is averaging 39.7% from the field, 34.4% from three-point range and 76.4% from the free throw line this season.
The Jazz are hoping that Collins can be a key part of their future success. He is a young, talented player who has already shown that he can be a productive NBA player.
Suns get a veteran leader in Olynyk
The Suns are getting a proven veteran in Olynyk in return for Collins. The 31-year-old center is averaging 12.0 points, 6.9 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game this season.
Olynyk is a versatile player who can play both center and power forward. He is also a good shooter, rebounder and defender.
The Suns are hoping that Olynyk can help them continue to compete for a playoff spot. He is a veteran leader who can help the team both on and off the court.
