In June 2024, the Jazz revealed that the 2024–25 season's jersey lineup would feature two new designs alongside two existing uniforms, as part of the new "Mountain Basketball" brand philosophy.
[4][5] On the first night, the Jazz selected two freshmen in Cody Williams and Isaiah Collier with the 10th and 29th picks respectively.
Both were regarded as needing development, with commentators regarding Williams as lacking strength and Collier having turnover issues,[6] and general manager Justin Zanik referring to the upcoming roster as a "young, developmental squad" in a post-draft interview.
Filipowski was previously invited to the green room on the first night as an expected first round selection, but was not chosen that day.
[8] When asked about the rumors, a Jazz front office member stated they had done a background check and were excited to select Filipowski.