Utah Jazz Tickets

Utah Jazz Tickets

With the Great Salt Lake to the west and the stunning peaks of the Wasatch Range to the east, Salt Lake City is known for its beautiful landscape. But perhaps even more famous is it’s all-star basketball team, which has been home to some of the sport’s greatest players: the Utah Jazz.

From New Orleans to Utah

If you’ve had a hard time making the connection between “Utah” and “Jazz,” you’re not wrong. The team got its start in a place that matched its jazzy vibes a little better. The New Orleans Jazz was an expansion team that was founded in 1974. While the Jazz had some pretty decent draft picks at the time, New Orleans is a notoriously tough town for a ball team. With a lack of corporate sponsorship, a high amusement tax, and the prospect of being on the road for a month during Mardi Gras, the decision was made to shop around for a new home.

Team owners finally settled on Utah, based on the sport’s previous success with the Utah Stars from the then-defunct American Basketball Association. With no time to petition for a name change or even to update their jersey colors, the whole team pulled up stakes and relocated to Salt Lake City, becoming the Utah Jazz. And the name... well, it just stuck.

Slow But Steady

It took a while for the Jazz to gain their footing. They weren’t exactly a veteran franchise at the time of their move, so it wasn’t until the late ‘80s that the team really came together. Some restructuring and team-building saw the Jazz come into its own in the late ‘90s though, and the team eventually bagged Conference and Division titles in 1997 and 1998.

The Jazz would continue to perform well until 2008, adding three more division titles to its belt. A rebuilding phase would keep Utah out of the postseason for a few years, but things changed for the better in 2017 when the Jazz earned another division title. Is this an indicator that the Jazz are back in the saddle? Time will tell, but Utah fans are… well… jazzed! (We couldn’t help ourselves.)

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do the Jazz play?

The Jazz play at the Vivint Smart Home Arena, their home since 1991. With a capacity of more than 18,000, this indoor stadium is also used for concerts and other large-scale events whenever the Jazz aren’t playing.

When do Jazz tickets go on sale?

Utah Jazz tickets go on sale before the NBA begins its regular season. In fact, cheap Jazz tickets to games played at Vivint Smart Home Arena are available months in advance, as are Utah Jazz tickets for away games. In other words, there’s no rush to check the Jazz’s schedule. Just grab tickets whenever you’ve got the itch.

Is it better to buy Jazz tickets in advance?

With Utah Jazz tickets being available so far ahead of time, it’s easy to buy tickets whenever you want to – but there’s little need to plan ahead. You can often get cheap last-minute tickets to Jazz games by waiting to make your purchase until the very last minute. As game day gets closer and sellers drop their prices, fans reap the benefits.

What’s the best way to buy cheap Jazz tickets?

The best way to buy cheap Utah Jazz tickets is always going to be from a secure online platform that connects fans and resellers. These ticket marketplaces often have some of the cheapest ticket prices and are the easiest way to shop for Jazz tickets. Can you buy Utah Jazz tickets at the venue? Sure – but you’ll likely be paying a higher price than you need to!  

Why should I choose Gametime over other ticket marketplaces?

Ticket marketplaces are the best place to find sports tickets. And when it comes to cheap Jazz tickets, Gametime is a no-brainer. Seats bought through us are affordable because we charge some of the lowest service fees anywhere. On top of that, we show you the view from the seats you’re shopping for thanks to our panoramic seat view photos. You’ll never have to buy seats blind with Gametime – you’ll know what your view at Vivint Smart Home Arena will be before you buy those cheap Utah Jazz tickets.

So the next time you’re in the market for cheap Jazz tickets, turn to Gametime.