Utah Jazz players are gearing up for the 2026-27 NBA season with a mix of training and personal goals. Forward Lauri Markkanen plans to stay in Salt Lake City until his children finish school, after which he will return to Finland to compete in the 2027 World Cup qualifying matches scheduled for July. Jaren Jackson Jr. intends to focus on local conditioning to leverage the high altitude of Utah during the season, while also seeking to establish a permanent residence after being traded midseason. Meanwhile, Blake Hinson, a two-way player, is not only committed to training but also aspires to enter the modeling industry, motivated by his impressive physical transformation. Hinson humorously reflected on his past, hoping to be recognized as “Blake the model” instead of “the fat kid.” As the players pursue their unique offseason plans, the Jazz organization maintains a clear goal for the upcoming season: making the playoffs.