Jazz's John Tonje: Settles on two-way pact with Jazz
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Tonje agreed to a two-way contract with the Jazz on Tuesday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.
The rookie second-rounder is now set to occupy a two-way spot for Utah, so it's possible most of his playing time will come with the G League's Salt Lake City Stars while the parent club is healthy in 2025-26. Last year, Tonje averaged 19.6 points, 5.3 rebounds and 1.8 assists per game for the Wisconsin Badgers.
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Jazz's John Tonje: Will play Friday
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Tonje (ankle) has been upgraded to available for Friday's Summer League game against the Bulls, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.
Tonje sat out of Wednesday's game against the Wizards due to an ankle issue. In his last outing, the Wisconsin product finished with 16 points, three rebounds, three assists and one steal against the Spurs.
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Jazz's John Tonje: Expected to play
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Tonje (ankle) is probable for Friday's Summer League game against the Bulls, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.
After sitting out Wednesday's game, Tonje is set to return Friday. The Jazz are missing multiple key players, meaning a significant role could be on the table for Tonje.
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Jazz's John Tonje: Upgraded to questionable
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Tonje (ankle) is questionable for Monday's Summer League game against the Spurs, Ben Anderson of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.
The questionable tag is an upgrade for Tonje, who has been on the shelf for three consecutive games due to a sprained ankle. The rookie second-rounder appears to be on the verge of making his professional debut, as he's yet to make an appearance this summer.
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Jazz's John Tonje: Out Sunday
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Tonje (ankle) is out for Sunday's Summer League game against the Warriors, Sarah Todd of Deseret News reports.
Tonje will miss a third straight contest due to a right ankle sprain. The Wisconsin product has yet to suit up during the Las Vegas Summer League. His next opportunity to debut is Monday against the Spurs.
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Jazz's John Tonje: Doubtful vs. Golden State
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Tonje (ankle) has been upgraded to doubtful for Sunday's Summer League game against the Warriors, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.
Tonje is dealing with a sprained right ankle, which puts him in danger of missing Sunday's matchup. The Wisconsin product missed the team's last Summer League game in the Salt Lake City Summer League and the first game in Las Vegas due to the injury. If he's ultimately ruled out Sunday, the next opportunity for him to suit up will be Monday against the Spurs.
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Jazz's John Tonje: Remains out Friday
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Tonje (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's Summer League game against the Hornets, Ben Anderson of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.
Tonje has yet to suit up during Summer League action, but his next chance to do so will come Sunday against the Warriors. Ace Bailey (hip) and RJ Luis (knee) will also be sidelined Friday.
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Jazz's John Tonje: Dealing with sprained ankle
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Tonje won't play in Tuesday's Summer League game against the Thunder due to a sprained right ankle, Ben Anderson of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.
It's unclear when Tonje sustained the ankle injury, though he has yet to debut during the Summer League. The 24-year-old's next opportunity to play will come Friday against the Hornets.
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Jazz's John Tonje: Lands with Utah
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Tonje was selected by the Jazz with the No. 53 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft.
Tonje shot up draft boards after putting together an impressive 2024-25 season at Wisconsin, where he averaged 19.6 points, 5.3 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 37 appearances. He's a strong shooter who isn't afraid to drive to the rim, as evidenced by his 6.9 attempted free throws per matchup a year ago.
