Filipowski Adapts to Center Role Amid Jazz Injuries

With the Jazz’s frontcourt hampered by injuries, 22‑year‑old Kyle Filipowski has taken on the center role, starting 38 games and logging more minutes than ever. The move has pushed him into new defensive schemes and offensive responsibilities, boosting his production across the board.

Head coach Will Hardy said Filipowski “is not a five, but he can play five,” and praised his willingness to adapt. The experience, Hardy noted, is helping Filipowski understand the needs of teammates like Walker Kessler and Jaren Jackson Jr., and he feels the position switch is fostering growth as the season winds down.