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Jamal Murray - Listed questionable for FridayMurray sports a questionable designation for Friday's game against the Warriors due to left knee injury management.

ImpactMurray dealt with a hamstring issue during the preseason but was cleared to take part in the season opener. It's unclear if the knee issue is related, but he'll likely rest it overnight before the team decides on his status for the contest. If he can't go, Ish Smith and Bones Hyland are candidates to grab some extra playing time.

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Rudy Gobert to face Utah, his former team, in Timberwolves' second gameThe Jazz have several former Wolves players on their roster involved in the Gobert trade, notably Jarred Vanderbilt, a strong rebounder.

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Nikola Jokic - Probable FridayJokic is probable for Friday's game against the Warriors due to a sprained right finger.

ImpactJokic played well in the opener -- 27 points, six assists, four boards and three steals -- but sprained his finger in the process. That said, it's not expected to keep him out Friday. The bigger concern for the Nuggets is Jamal Murray (knee) being questionable.

OCTOBER 20, 2022•ROTOWIRE

Udoka Azubuike - Out again FridayAzubuike (ankle) remains out Friday against the Timberwolves, Ben Anderson of KSL Sports reports.

ImpactAzubuike is practicing in full but isn't ready to make his season debut. He may end up in the rotation for the rebuilding Jazz at some point, but he'll have to contend with Walker Kessler, Kelly Olynyk, Jarred Vanderbilt and others.

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Malik Beasley - Scores 15 with 13 shotsBeasley supplied 15 points (5-13 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal across 25 minutes during Wednesday's 123-102 victory over the Nuggets.

ImpactAlthough Beasley needed 13 shots to score 15 points, he still looked quite good as the Jazz pulled one of the biggest upsets of Opening Night with their win over the Nuggets. Beasley's role in the future is not completely clear yet, but it wouldn't be surprising if he ends up moving to a starting role as the season progresses.

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Rudy Gay - Efficient in shocking winGay chipped in 16 points (6-8 FG, 4-6 3Pt), two assists and one steal in 26 minutes during Wednesday's 123-102 victory over the Nuggets.

ImpactAs has been the trend in recent seasons, Gay came off the bench but looked comfortable in that role, as he was an efficient scorer while finishing as one of Utah's best players in this shocking win. That said, the nature of his role would suggest Gay shouldn't be trusted as a regular fantasy contributor, as he's often prone to mix strong games with some below-par performances from time to time.

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