1996–97 Utah Jazz season Game log December

| Game | Date_ | Opponent | Score | Location_Attendance | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | Dec 17 | at New York Knicks | 94-99 L | Madison Square Garden/19,763 | 18-4 |
| 23 | Dec 19 | at Miami Heat | 94-87 W OT | Miami Arena/14,919 | 19-4 |
| 24 | Dec 20 | at Orlando Magic | 98-93 W | Orlando Arena/17,248 | 20-4 |
| 25 | Dec 22 | at Cleveland Cavaliers | 94-100 L | Gund Arena/17,205 | 20-5 |
| 26 | Dec 23 | at Minnesota Timberwolves | 98-107 L | Target Center/14,434 | 20-6 |
| 27 | Dec 26 | vs Portland Trail Blazers | 99-94 W | Delta Center/19,911 | 21-6 |
| 28 | Dec 28 | vs Philadelphia 76ers | 110-84 W | Delta Center/19,911 | 22-6 |
| 29 | Dec 30 | at Los Angeles Clippers | 101-115 L | Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena | 22-7 |