Okur signed with the Jazz on 27 July 2004 and played seven seasons in Utah from 2004-2011, spending the majority of his career with the team. Standing and 290 lbs (132 kg), Okur played the center and power forward positions for the Jazz. In his first season (2004–2005) with Utah, he played in all 82 games, starting in 25 of them. Nicknamed "Memo", Okur made his presence felt during his second (2005–2006) season with Utah, increasing his scoring average from 12.9 points per game the previous season to 18.0 points per game. He started in all 82 games for the second straight season, the only Utah Jazz player to do so. In his third season, he continued to be a key player for Utah.NBA.com: Mehmet Okur Retrieved 18 February 2007Okur named 2007 All Star
