And while their spot in the standings isn't looking too strong, that doesn't mean this last stretch of the season is without value. With 28 games left on the horizon for this young Jazz squad, the group still has a lot to play for in the coming weeks, even if it may not result in a playoff appearance later this year.

Though he's been patient as his team goes through a rebuilding phase, Utah Jazz coach Will Hardy didn't hold back on Sunday after a 128-121 home loss to the New Orleans Pelicans.

Tshiebwe had 8 points and six rebounds in the third quarter, helping the Jazz erase a 17-point deficit to go into the final frame tied. He exited the game at the 6:32 mark of the fourth quarter with Utah up by 3 — and didn't return.

Will Hardy expressed disappointment after the Utah Jazz's 128-121 loss to the Pelicans. Zion Williamson and Kelly Olynyk dominated, exploiting Utah's defensive lapses, scoring 50 combined points. Hardy hopes the game serves as a learning opportunity for the Jazz's young players.

The Jazz lost to the Pelicans — as team management hoped — but head coach Will Hardy wasn't happy with the team's defense. What went wrong? Plus, Oscar Tshiebwe has a career night.

The victories just aren’t that important right now for the Utah Jazz. Getting their younger players game experience in the priority, and plenty of young guys saw the floor Sunday in a 128-121 loss to New Orleans Sunday night at the Delta Center.