Jazz Granted $2.9M Disabled Player Exception For Taylor Hendricks

Hendricks Sidelined After Suffering Stroke

The NBA has granted the Utah Jazz a $2.9 million Disabled Player Exception (DPE) to help offset the loss of Taylor Hendricks, who suffered a stroke in October 2022.

The DPE is a one-time financial allowance that teams can use to sign or acquire a player with a qualifying disability. The amount of the DPE is based on the player's salary at the time of the injury.

Jazz Hopeful for Hendrick's Recovery

Hendricks, a 24-year-old guard, was averaging 9.1 points and 4.1 assists per game before suffering the stroke. He is currently recovering from the stroke and there is no timetable for his return.

The Jazz are hopeful that Hendricks will be able to return to the court at some point, but they are also preparing for the possibility that he may not be able to play again.

Jazz Seeking Backup Point Guard

The DPE will allow the Jazz to sign a backup point guard, which is a position of need for the team. The Jazz have been using Mike Conley and Jordan Clarkson at point guard, but both players are better suited to playing off the ball.

The Jazz have been linked to several point guards in trade rumors, including Ricky Rubio and Dennis Schroder. It is also possible that the Jazz could use the DPE to sign a free agent point guard.

Jazz Committed to Hendricks' Recovery

The Jazz have said that they are committed to Hendricks' recovery and will do everything they can to help him get back on the court.

The Jazz have also said that they will not rush Hendricks back from his injury and will only allow him to return when he is fully recovered.