"The dreaded portion of the schedule that jumps off the page — and probably draws long stares, sighs and an ability to recite flight attendant air-safety protocols — has arrived for the Utah Jazz.

The durability of their luggage won't be the only thing tested from now until the beginning of April.

Over the next 57 days, these frequent-fliers will play 22 of their next 33 games on the road. Thirteen of their next 18 are out and about, too.

Fasten your seatbelts, please.

Some bumpy air is likely.

Yet, a smooth ride could set the Jazz up for an unexpected journey into the postseason.

"The advantage (on the road) would be if you're winning you can bond more closely because you can really focus in on what you're doing there," Jazz coach Tyrone Corbin said. "But if you struggle a little bit, then (it's) going to be a little bit more difficult.""