Conversation so far:
What was the final season?
The Utah Jazz began play in the 1979-80 season.
Maravich moved with the team to Salt Lake City, but.
What happened with the Jazz?
He appeared in 17 games early in the season, but his injuries prevented him from practicing much, and new coach Tom Nissalke had a strict rule.
What was the coaches rule?
had a strict rule that players who didn't practice were not allowed to play in games.
Thus, Maravich was parked on the bench for 24 straight games.

Question: When did he finally get to play with the Jazz?
Self-contained rewrite: When did Pete Maravich finally get to play with the Jazz after being on the bench for 24 games?