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Jusuf Nurkić • C • Jazz

Jusuf Nurkic Out of Action Thursday

Utah Jazz center Jusuf Nurkic (ribs) is unavailable for Thursday's matchup with the Brooklyn Nets. Due to a rib contusion, Nurkic will miss the first half of a back-to-back set this evening. While the 31-year-old big man is sidelined, 22-year-old Kyle Filipowski will take on extra playing time. Filipowski provided 12 points, seven rebounds, three assists, and one block across 29 minutes in his last appearance on Monday against Houston. He could potentially give fantasy managers a productive option with the extended minutes during Nurkic's absence.

4 hours ago

Jusuf Nurkić • C • Jazz

Jusuf Nurkic Questionable With Rib Contusion

Utah Jazz center Jusuf Nurkic (rib) is questionable for Thursday's game in Brooklyn, opening the door for extra frontcourt minutes if he sits. Second-year big Kyle Filipowski profiles as the primary beneficiary after delivering 12 points, seven rebounds, three assists and one block in 29 minutes in his last outing, giving him short-term deep-league appeal. Taylor Hendricks and Kyle Anderson could also re-enter the mix, though both carry low ceilings. Managers should view this frontcourt as a matchup-driven streaming spot unless Nurkic misses extended time.

12 hours ago

Kevin Love • PF • Jazz

Kevin Love Out Monday Versus Warriors

Utah Jazz forward/center Kevin Love (rest) will be out of action for Monday's matchup with the Golden State Warriors. Love will miss the second leg of a back-to-back set to rest after posting four points, nine rebounds, two assists across 13 minutes during Sunday's 108-106 loss to the Lakers. With a limited role, Love hasn't made much of an impact in fantasy basketball in a while. Kyle Filipowski could receive some extra attention from fantasy managers for tonight's contest as he will likely see additional minutes off the bench with Love out.

Nov 24

Kyle Filipowski • C • Jazz

Kyle Filipowski Good To Go Friday Night

Utah Jazz forward Kyle Filipowski (wrist) is available to play in Friday night's NBA Cup group play tilt with the Oklahoma City Thunder. The second-year forward missed just one game, on Tuesday night, with a wrist sprain. The former Duke Blue Devil hasn't built on a successful rookie season. He's seen a decrease in minutes, points, rebounds, and shooting percentage in his second year. Filipowski hasn't started a game since the calendar flipped to November and isn't on fantasy basketball radars right now.

Nov 21

Kyle Anderson • SF • Jazz

Kyle Anderson Cleared for Action Against the Lakers

Utah Jazz forward Kyle Anderson (back) is available for Tuesday's meeting with the Los Angeles Lakers. The 32-year-old has appeared in only three games this season, averaging 7.0 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 3.0 assists. With Kyle Filipowski (wrist) ruled out, Anderson may see a few extra minutes of action. However, it likely won't be enough for him to do anything meaningful for fantasy managers. While there is a chance Anderson may enter the starting lineup at some point this season, he's currently not worth rostering in nearly all formats.

Nov 19

Taylor Hendricks • PF • Jazz

Taylor Hendricks Returning on Tuesday

Utah Jazz forward Taylor Hendricks (hamstring) will play on Tuesday against the Lakers after missing the last four games because of a hamstring injury. The 21-year-old is having the worst season of his career, averaging 4.4 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 23.5% shooting from behind the arc. Of course, that kind of production won't earn him much trust from fantasy managers. With Kyle Filipowski (wrist) out, Hendricks may see more scoring opportunities. However, it likely won't be much of an improvement from his current statistical contributions.

Nov 19

Kyle Filipowski • C • Jazz

Kyle Filipowski Won't Suit Up Versus the Lakers

Utah Jazz forward Kyle Filipowski (wrist) won't play on Tuesday versus the Lakers. The former Duke Blue Devil averaged 9.6 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 35.0% shooting from deep as a rookie. However, he hasn't been as productive throughout his sophomore campaign. Filipowski will miss his first contest of the year on Tuesday night, although it appears he has a chance to suit up on Friday against OKC. Brice Sensabaugh and Taylor Hendricks (hamstring), who is available, could be in line for more work.

Nov 19

Lauri Markkanen • PF • Jazz

Lauri Markkanen Drops 40 Points Against Hawks

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen did everything he could, but the team fell short on Thursday to the Atlanta Hawks by a score of 122-132. The ninth-year pro finished with 40 points on 15-for-25 shooting overall and 6-for-12 from deep with only four free throws. He also chipped in seven rebounds, two assists, one steal, and four turnovers. Markkanen has had an incredible start to this season, with averages of 29.3 points (career high), 6.1 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 3.6 threes per game (career high). As long as Markkanen can stay healthy compared to his last few season, he'll remain a top fantasy option in all formats.

Nov 14

Kevin Love • PF • Jazz

Kevin Love Available Thursday

Utah Jazz forward/center Kevin Love (rest) has come off the injury report for Thursday's contest against the Atlanta Hawks. Utah completed a back-to-back on Tuesday night with a blowout win against the Indiana Pacers, and Love was rested for the game. Before his scheduled rest day, Love featured in five consecutive games, averaging 4.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.4 assists in 13.0 minutes. Due to his limited role, Love hasn't been a factor in fantasy basketball, and that's unlikely to change on Thursday night.

Nov 13

Taylor Hendricks • PF • Jazz

Taylor Hendricks Will Miss a Second Straight Game on Tuesday

Utah Jazz forward Taylor Hendricks (hamstring) was listed as out for his team's Tuesday night matchup with the Pacers. Hendricks has averaged 4.4 points and 4.2 rebounds per game while playing 16.4 minutes per game in nine games, including three starts. The third-year forward is dealing with hamstring soreness rather than a strain, which would seem to indicate he could return relatively soon to his role off the bench. In his absence on Tuesday, Kyle Filipowski and Brice Sensabaugh will likely get some extra minutes in the second unit.

Nov 11

Taylor Hendricks • PF • Jazz

Taylor Hendricks Questionable for Matchup with Timberwolves

Utah Jazz forward Taylor Hendricks (hamstring) is questionable for Monday night's matchup with the Timberwolves due to hamstring soreness. Hendricks has appeared in all nine games this season, starting three. While the 22-year-old has been a consistent part of the lineup, he is playing just 16.4 minutes per game, averaging 4.4 points and 4.2 rebounds. Ace Bailey and Kyle Anderson may see extra minutes if Hendricks is limited. The Jazz' last matchup with Minnesota came on Friday when they suffered a 137-97 defeat.

Nov 10

Walker Kessler • C • Jazz

Walker Kessler Out For The Season

Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler (shoulder) is undergoing surgery for a torn labrum and will miss the rest of the season. Kessler was averaging a career-high 14.4 points, while adding 10.8 rebounds, three assists, 1.4 steals, and 1.8 blocks per game. The big man even added a three-point shot to his game this year. Jusuf Nurkic, who started the last two games with Kessler inactive, should hold onto the starting center spot for the immediate future. Kessler's injury also opens up more opportunities for forward/center Kyle Filipowski and forward Taylor Hendricks. Kessler will be a restricted free agent this upcoming offseason.

Nov 5

Walker Kessler • C • Jazz

Walker Kessler Out Again on Monday Night

Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler (shoulder) won't play on Monday versus Boston. The 24-year-old didn't travel with the Jazz for their four-game road trip, and he didn't play in Sunday's meeting with the Charlotte Hornets. Kessler will presumably miss a few more contests, although that may change depending on the results of testing. In the meantime, Jusuf Nurkic should remain in the starting lineup. Nurkic had three points, nine boards, and two steals on Sunday against the Hornets. However, he has the potential to be much more productive, giving him streaming value for fantasy managers.

Nov 4

Walker Kessler • C • Jazz

Walker Kessler to Undergo Further Testing on Injured Shoulder

Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler (shoulder) didn't travel with the team for the upcoming four-game road trip. He's already been ruled out for Sunday's meeting with the Charlotte Hornets. However, the latest update presumably means he may also miss the next three contests while undergoing additional testing on the preexisting shoulder issue. The 24-year-old is having a fantastic season, averaging 14.4 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 1.8 blocks. He's also shot 75.0% from behind the arc. In the meantime, Jusuf Nurkic, averaging 7.8 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 1.4 steals during the first five games of the 2025 campaign, should be in line for an uptick in production. Nurkic has already been named a starter for Sunday's game, so his value will continue to increase if that trend continues for upcoming road games against Boston, Detroit, and Minnesota.

Nov 2

Jusuf Nurkić • C • Jazz

Jusuf Nurkic Getting the Start on Sunday Night

Utah Jazz center Jusuf Nurkic will start in Sunday's game versus the Charlotte Hornets, his former team. Walker Kessler (shoulder) isn't available for this one. However, it appears there's a good chance Kessler may miss more time beyond Sunday's contest. As a result, Nurkic, averaging 7.8 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 1.4 steals in five appearances during the 2025 campaign, should see a noticeable bump from a statistical standpoint. Fantasy managers in all formats may get good production out of the 31-year-old while Kessler is out of commission, giving him upside for those in need of a streaming option for at least the next few games.

Nov 2

Walker Kessler • C • Jazz

Walker Kessler Out on Sunday

Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler (shoulder) has been listed as out for Sunday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. The Jazz begin a back-to-back on Sunday, and it looks like the team wants to give Kessler some time off to manage a shoulder injury, which has bothered him since preseason. Kessler's absence will provide an opportunity for Jusuf Nurkic to join the starting lineup. Coming off the bench, Nurkic has posted 7.8 points and 7.6 rebounds per game with the Jazz this season. As a starter, he will certainly be a double-double threat. Kyle Filipowski and Taylor Hendricks could also see more time on the court on Sunday without Kessler.

Nov 2

Brice Sensabaugh • SF • Jazz

Brice Sensabaugh's Fourth-Year Option Picked Up on Thursday

On Thursday, the Utah Jazz announced that they have exercised the fourth-year team option on forward Brice Sensabaugh's contract. The move keeps the 22-year-old in Utah through the 2026-27 season. So far this campaign, across four outings, Sensabaugh has averaged 10.8 points, 1.3 assists, and 3.8 rebounds across 17.5 minutes per game. Barring any Jazz injuries, Sensabaugh will likely continue to see a limited role with the Jazz throughout the season, making him mostly a marginal contributor across all fantasy formats.

Oct 30

Keyonte George • SG • Jazz

Keyonte George's Fourth-Year Option Picked Up

On Thursday, the Utah Jazz announced that they have exercised the fourth-year team option on guard Keyonte George's contract. The move keeps the 21-year-old in Utah through the 2026-27 campaign. So far this season, in four appearances, George has averaged 22.3 points, 9.3 assists, 2.8 rebounds, and 1.0 steals across 34.5 minutes per contest. Fantasy managers can expect him to continue making his mark throughout this season, as he should be locked in for 30-35 minutes per outing as the Jazz's starting point guard.

Oct 30

Isaiah Collier • PG • Jazz

Isaiah Collier Unavailable on Wednesday

According to Ben Anderson of KSL News, Salt Lake City, Utah Jazz guard Isaiah Collier (hamstring) is unavailable for Wednesday's contest with the Portland Trail Blazers. The 21-year-old has been dealing with a hamstring injury and has yet to suit up this season. Collier's continued absence has boosted Keyonte George's fantasy value, as he's registered a double-double in two straight games. Rookie Walter Clayton Jr. and 28-year-old Svi Mykhailiuk will also continue to see expanded roles in the rotation with Collier out of action this evening.

Oct 29

Jusuf Nurkić • C • Jazz

Jusuf Nurkic Iffy for Wednesday

Utah Jazz center Jusuf Nurkic (hip) has been listed as questionable for a game against the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday night. Nurkic may have to miss a meeting with his former team due to a right hip contusion. Despite being limited to a bench role in Utah, Nurkic has had a solid start to the season, averaging 6.3 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 1.7 steals in 17.7 minutes. If he's unable to play Wednesday night, Kevin Love may log his first minutes in a Jazz uniform, and Taylor Hendricks could also see extra playing time in the frontcourt.

Oct 29

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