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Oscar Tshiebwe • PF • Jazz

Oscar Tshiebwe Enters Concussion Protocol Thursday

Utah Jazz forward/center Oscar Tshiebwe (concussion) will not return to Thursday's loss to Portland after entering the league's concussion protocol. The two-way big logged five minutes before exiting and has appeared in just three games this season. With Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) out for the year and Jusuf Nurkic (rest) questionable, Utah's frontcourt is thin. Kyle Filipowski stepped up with 15 points, nine rebounds, and six steals in 29 minutes and profiles as the primary beneficiary. Kevin Love could reenter the rotation if Tshiebwe misses time, but Filipowski is the clear fantasy add.

5 days ago

Lauri Markkanen • PF • Jazz

Lauri Markkanen Will Rest on Thursday Against Portland

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (rest) will not play in his team's final game before the All-Star break. He played on a minutes limit on Wednesday, producing 19 points in 21 minutes in his team's win over the Kings, but he'll rest on Thursday on the second night of the team's back-to-back. Keyonte George (ankle) and Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) are also out for Thursday, which will leave plenty of playing time and usage for Kyle Filipowski, John Konchar, and Brice Sensabaugh. It will be a makeshift rotation, to be sure, but there should be value from the Jazz players available since the Trail Blazers are also playing for the second day in a row.

5 days ago

Keyonte George • SG • Jazz

Keyonte George Will Not Play Thursday

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (ankle) will miss a third straight game as his team finishes their back-to-back with a home game against the Trail Blazers on Thursday. George has played just once in Utah's last six contests, spraining his right ankle in his first game back after missing three games with a left ankle sprain. In his continued absence on Thursday, Isaiah Collier will continue to get an expanded workload and be a great play in all fantasy formats. The Jazz will likely continue to manipulate their rotation in unusual ways to improve their draft stock, but their young players, like Collier, and some of their recent acquisitions from Memphis, like John Konchar and Vince Williams Jr., should get plenty of playing time with George and Lauri Markkanen (Rest) out on Thursday.

5 days ago

Jaren Jackson Jr. • PF • Jazz

Jaren Jackson Jr. Will Likely Miss the Rest of the Season

Utah Jazz forward/center Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) is likely to miss the remainder of the season and will undergo surgery on his left knee to deal with a localized PVNS growth. The issue was discovered after the Jazz acquired Jackson in a trade from the Grizzlies, and the procedure will hopefully ensure his long-term health. Jackson has been excellent in limited minutes for the Jazz, and he'll be a big part of their future plans if he's able to start next season healthy. The star big man can be dropped in re-draft formats for this season, while Kyle Filipowski, Jusuf Nurkic, Brice Sensabaugh, and John Konchar will help pick up more minutes the rest of this season.

5 days ago

Lauri Markkanen • PF • Jazz

Lauri Markkanen to Play Limited Minutes Wednesday

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen will play limited minutes on Wednesday against the Sacramento Kings, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports. "The plan for him is to play tonight on some restricted minutes, and then we'll see how he's feeling after the game, and we'll address tomorrow," Jazz head coach Will Hardy told reporters. Utah finishes a back-to-back on Thursday against Portland. Markkanen hasn't actually logged his normal minutes for a while, sitting out fourth quarters. He hasn't played more than 27 minutes in any of his last four appearances. Despite a lighter workload, Markkanen has still made an impact, averaging 22.3 points and 5.8 rebounds over the last four games.

6 days ago

Lauri Markkanen • PF • Jazz

Lauri Markkanen Now Listed as Available for Wednesday

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (rest) is set to play on Wednesday against the Sacramento Kings. He was initially listed as out for rest as Utah begins a back-to-back. With Markkanen in the lineup on Wednesday, he likely won't play in Thursday's matchup with the Portland Trail Blazers. Given recent developments, fantasy managers shouldn't expect full value from Markkanen on Wednesday, as the tanking Jazz have begun resting him during games, keeping him off the floor in the fourth quarter.

7 days ago

Keyonte George • SG • Jazz

Keyonte George to Miss Second Straight Game

Utah Jazz point guard Keyonte George (ankle) will miss a second consecutive game on Wednesday against the Sacramento Kings. Due to an ankle injury, George has featured just once since the start of February. In George's absence, Isaiah Collier has made a big mark, averaging 18.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, 11.8 assists, and 2.4 steals across the last five games. There are also additional minutes available for Vince Williams Jr., who tallied five points, seven assists, and one steal in 15 minutes off the bench in Monday's win over Miami.

7 days ago

Lauri Markkanen • PF • Jazz

Lauri Markkanen Won't Play Wednesday Night

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (rest) won't be in action on Wednesday against the Sacramento Kings. The team will begin a back-to-back set and has decided to rest Markkanen for the first game. With Keyonte George (ankle) also out of the lineup, the Jazz will rely primarily on Jaren Jackson Jr., Isaiah Collier, and Ace Bailey for offensive production. The trio combined for 51 points in Monday's 115-111 win over Miami. Meanwhile, Cody Williams and Brice Sensabaugh are likely to log more playing time without Markkanen.

7 days ago

Keyonte George • SG • Jazz

Keyonte George Won't Play Against Heat

Utah Jazz point guard Keyonte George (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's tilt against the Miami Heat. This comes as no shock after George sprained his right ankle in Saturday's loss to Orlando. George also recently dealt with a left ankle sprain, missing three games. Due to a lack of bodies in the backcourt, Isaiah Collier logged 48 minutes in back-to-back games. While he now has help with Vince Williams Jr. in town, Collier looks set for another busy night on Monday, and it's a perfect matchup for him -- Miami allows the fifth-most fantasy points to point guards.

Feb 8

Keyonte George • SG • Jazz

Keyonte George's Night Cut Short by Ankle Injury

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (ankle) exited Saturday's loss to Orlando late in the second quarter and did not return after rolling his ankle, finishing with five points, one rebound, one assist, and one steal in 13 minutes. George had just returned from a left ankle issue, putting his short-term availability in question again. Isaiah Collier stepped into a larger role and is the clear fantasy winner, coming off a four-game stretch averaging 20.3 points, 4.5 rebounds, 12.5 assists, and 2.5 steals while logging heavy minutes. Collier profiles as a strong assist streamer, while Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson Jr. could absorb modest usage bumps.

Feb 8

Keyonte George • SG • Jazz

Keyonte George is Cleared to Play on Saturday

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (ankle) is available to play ahead of Saturday's game against the Orlando Magic. George is returning to the court after missing the last three games due to an ankle injury. There is no word on George having a minutes limit, so fantasy managers should expect him to have his full workload. His return to the court should shift Isaiah Collier back to the second unit. Collier was playing excellently in the absence of George, but he will see a reduced role now. Fantasy managers should adjust their lineups ahead of tip-off.

Feb 7

Jusuf Nurkić • C • Jazz

Jusuf Nurkic Not in Starting Lineup Thursday

Utah Jazz center Jusuf Nurkic (bench role) will not start Thursday against Atlanta, signaling a continued shift in the frontcourt rotation. While Nurkic is technically available, Utah has shown little interest in using him, pointing toward a reduced role as the Jazz lean into younger options. Kyle Filipowski is the clear fantasy beneficiary after starting Tuesday and logging 36 minutes, posting 16 points, 16 rebounds, five assists, three steals, and one block. Filipowski profiles as a strong streamer with workload-driven upside, while Brice Sensabaugh remains a deeper-league points and threes option if Utah continues prioritizing development.

Feb 5

Kevin Love • PF • Jazz

Kevin Love Ruled Out Again Thursday Against Hawks

Utah Jazz forward/center Kevin Love (illness) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Atlanta, sidelining the veteran for a second straight contest. His absence keeps frontcourt minutes wide open, and the fantasy returns were loud last time out. Second-year big Kyle Filipowski started and logged 36 minutes, producing 16 points, 16 rebounds, five assists, three steals, and one block. Brice Sensabaugh added 20 points, four three-pointers, and five assists in 30 minutes off the bench. Filipowski profiles as a strong short-term streamer with double-double upside, while Sensabaugh remains a points and threes play in deeper formats.

Feb 5

Lonzo Ball • PG • Jazz

Lonzo Ball Traded to Utah, Expected to be Waived

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Lonzo Ball is being traded to the Utah Jazz at the NBA's trade deadline, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The Cavaliers are also sending two second-round picks to the Jazz as part of the deal. Ball, however, isn't expected to play a game for his new team. Charania notes that Utah is expected to waive the veteran guard, allowing him to become a free agent. Ball averaged 4.6 points on 30% shooting in his 35 games in a Cavaliers' jersey and was set to fall out of the rotation with James Harden, Keon Ellis, and Dennis Schroder added to the roster in the last week.

Feb 4

Kevin Love • PF • Jazz

Kevin Love Ruled Out Tuesday

Utah Jazz forward/center Kevin Love (illness) won't suit up against the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday. Love was previously considered questionable, but he has since been downgraded to out due to an illness. The veteran big man has averaged 6.8 points and 5.8 rebounds across 17.5 minutes per game in 27 outings this season. With Love out of action, the Jazz frontcourt could turn to Brice Sensabaugh and Kyle Filipowski to take on extended minutes.

Feb 3

Jaren Jackson Jr. • PF • Jazz |

Vince Williams Jr. • SG • Jazz

Vince Williams Jr. Sent to Utah

Memphis Grizzlies guard Vince Williams Jr. is being traded to the Utah Jazz, according to ESPN's Shams Charania, as part of the larger deal for Jaren Jackson Jr. Williams will move west along with Jackson, John Konchar, and Jock Landale in exchange for Walter Clayton Jr., Kyle Anderson, Taylor Hendricks, Georges Niang, and three first-round picks. Williams should carve out a role in the Utah backcourt, but will play more off the ball with Keyonte George and Isaiah Collier dominating playing time at the point guard position. However, when one of those point guards sits, as has often been the case in Utah this season, Williams could be a sneaky spot start in fantasy basketball, just as he was as a member of the Grizzlies.

Feb 3

Jock Landale • C • Jazz

Jock Landale Moving From Memphis to Utah

Memphis Grizzlies center Jock Landale will soon be a member of the Utah Jazz, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The 30-year-old is part of the trade that will send Jaren Jackson Jr., John Konchar, and Vince Williams Jr. to Utah for Walter Clayton Jr., Kyle Anderson, Taylor Hendricks, Georges Niang, and three first-round picks. Landale goes from being a frequent starter in Memphis to an extremely crowded frontcourt in Utah. He'll compete with Jackson, Lauri Markkanen, Jusuf Nurkic, and Kyle Filipowski for minutes, with veteran Kevin Love also in the mix. There's potential for Utah to make another trade to clear up frontcourt minutes, but if that doesn't happen, Landale's fantasy basketball stock takes a big hit. He was previously averaging a career-best 11.3 points and 6.5 rebounds in Memphis.

Feb 3

Jaren Jackson Jr. • PF • Jazz

Jaren Jackson Jr. Traded to Utah

Two-time All-Star power forward Jaren Jackson Jr. is on the move. According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Grizzlies and Jazz have agreed to a trade that sends Jackson to Utah, along with John Konchar, Jock Landale, and Vince Williams Jr., for Walter Clayton Jr., Kyle Anderson, Taylor Hendricks, Georges Niang, and three first-round picks. Jackson joins a Utah team that is signaling plans to be competitive next season. As for this season, however, the Jazz have shown a tendency to rest players with the most minor of injuries, so JJJ could find himself on the end of the bench in street clothes more often than fantasy basketball managers prefer. On days he is active, he'll start in the frontcourt alongside Lauri Markkanen and Jusuf Nurkic, should Utah go big, or could be called upon to start at the five.

Feb 3

Jusuf Nurkić • C • Jazz

Jusuf Nurkic Resting Versus Indiana

Utah Jazz center Jusuf Nurkic won't play on Tuesday versus Indiana. He's missed a few games of late because of an illness. This time, the 31-year-old is simply getting the night off to rest. Without Nurkic on the floor, Kyle Filipowski is the favorite to replace him in the rotation. The former Duke Blue Devil has averaged 11.8 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 2.4 assists in 16 starts throughout the campaign. However, with Keyonte George (ankle) also sidelined, Filipowski could thrive in a meeting with one of the worst defensive clubs in the National Basketball Association.

Feb 2

Keyonte George • SG • Jazz

Keyonte George Remains Out on Tuesday

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (ankle) won't play on Tuesday versus Indiana. The 22-year-old tweaked his left ankle during the 109-99 loss to the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night and didn't suit up for Sunday's meeting with the Toronto Raptors. Isaiah Collier got the start and contributed in a big way, finishing the evening with 19 points, seven assists, four boards, two steals, and one block. Collier is expected to remain with the starters on Tuesday, making him a must-start against a Pacers team that has struggled defensively all year. X-rays on George's ankle came back negative. While he's considered day-to-day, it's certainly possible he misses a few more contests moving ahead.

Feb 2

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