UTAH JAZZ NEWS

Luka Samanic - Heads back to bench Saturday Samanic is not in the starting lineup to face the Nuggets on Saturday.

Impact Samanic made back-to-back starts against the Wizards and Bulls, but he'll return to his regular bench role following the presence of Walker Kessler in the starting unit. Samanic is averaging just 5.8 minutes per game when deployed off the bench, so he shouldn't have a big impact in most slates.

MARCH 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Kris Dunn - Back to second unit Dunn will come off the bench for Saturday's game against Denver.

Impact This is an expected move with Keyonte George returning from his illness. Dunn filled in admirably against the Bulls on Wednesday, scoring 11 points (5-6 FG, 1-1 3Pt) with five assists, two rebounds and one steal in 29 minutes.

MARCH 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Keyonte George - Starting against Denver George (illness) is starting against the Nuggets on Saturday.

Impact George was unable to play Wednesday against the Bulls after leaving Monday's game against the Wizards early. The last time he was healthy, George erupted for 31 points on 12-of-23 shooting versus the Heat on March 2.

MARCH 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Walker Kessler - Good to go against Denver Kessler (foot) is available for Saturday's game versus the Nuggets, Tony Jones of The Athletic reports.

Impact Walker has been upgraded from questionable to available Saturday after missing Utah's last four games with a right foot sprain. Kessler is averaging 8.8 points, 7.5 rebounds, 2.8 blocks and 1.4 assists in 23.4 minutes across his last 10 appearances.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jazz will have work cut against surging Nuggets Despite being the midst of what was expected to be a transition season, the Utah Jazz sat at 26-26 a month ago, not far out of a possible pl...

MARCH 9, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Taevion Kinsey - Signs 10-day deal with Jazz Kinsey and the Jazz agreed to a 10-day contract on Friday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Kinsey has been a standout for the Salt Lake City Stars in recent G League games, particularly with his three-point shooting. In 25 appearances, Kinsey hit 46.8 percent from beyond the arc. With the Jazz dealing with several injuries, Kinsey could get an opportunity right away.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Keyonte George - Recovered from illness George (illness) is not listed on Utah's injury report ahead of Saturday's game in Denver, Ben Anderson of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.

Impact George attempted to play through an illness Monday versus the Wizards, but he ultimately left early. The point guard subsequently missed the team's following game against the Bulls on Wednesday. With a few days off to recover, it looks like George should be available to take on his usual workload at point guard against the Nuggets assuming he avoids any setbacks.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Walker Kessler - Listed as questionable Kessler (foot) is questionable for Saturday's game against Denver.

Impact Kessler missed the past four games for Utah, but he's trending in the right direction. The questionable tag suggests that he's day-to-day, and he was able to turn in a full practice Thursday. If cleared, Kessler will likely reprise his role as the backup center behind John Collins.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lauri Markkanen - Listed out for Saturday Markkanen (quadriceps) will not play in Saturday's game against Denver.

Impact This will be the third straight game on the sidelines for Markkanen, and it's typically not a good sign if the Jazz are ruling him out a day in advance. Markkanen should be considered questionable at best for Tuesday's game versus Boston.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Utah plays Denver, looks to break road slide

Utah will aim to break its six-game road skid when the Jazz play Denver

MARCH 8, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bulls assistant Chris Fleming won't be disciplined for contact with John Collins | NBA.com During Wednesday's altercation, Chris Fleming appeared to try to hold John Collins back and pushed him away.

MARCH 8, 2024 • NBA.COM

Bulls assistant Fleming won't be disciplined for contact with Jazz's Collins, Donovan says

Bulls assistant coach Chris Fleming won’t face discipline from the league after he made contact with John Collins in the final seconds of a 119-117 win at Utah on Wednesday night

MARCH 8, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Walker Kessler - Turns in full practice Kessler (foot) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact The Jazz have yet to provide an updated injury report for Saturday's game in Denver, but Kessler should have a good chance at being listed as questionable or probable -- if not cleared from the report entirely -- for that contest. Kessler has missed the Jazz's last four games with a right foot sprain, but if available Saturday, he'll likely re-enter the rotation as the top backup to starting center John Collins.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Collin Sexton - Puts up 24 points Wednesday Sexton closed with 24 points (7-17 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four rebounds and seven assists across 35 minutes during Wednesday's 119-117 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Sexton reached the 20-point plateau for the third time across his last five games, and he continues to deliver instant offense for the Jazz every time he steps on the hardwood. He's finally settled in a starting role and is having a strong season both as a scorer and playmaker. Through his last 10 appearances, Sexton is averaging 22.0 points, 5.8 assists, 2.5 rebounds and 1.4 steals per game.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Brice Sensabaugh - Thrives in first career start Sensabaugh had 15 points (5-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 12 rebounds and one assist over 30 minutes during Wednesday's 119-117 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Sensabaugh made the first start of his career due to the absence of Taylor Hendricks (toe), and even though one game is not enough to draw any conclusions, there's no question he looked impressive on both ends of the court. Sensabaugh posted season-high marks in both points and rebounds, and he might remain in the first unit if Hendricks is unable to recover ahead of Saturday's matchup against the Nuggets.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

John Collins - Scores season-high 25 points Collins closed Wednesday's 119-117 loss to the Bulls with 25 points (11-20 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 13 rebounds, two blocks and one steal in 32 minutes.

Impact Collins was dominant on offense and posted his best tally of the season, which is even more impressive considering his struggles with his three-point shooting. Collins surpassed the 20-point mark just for the fifth time this campaign, but the veteran forward has been really consistent with his contributions. Collins has scored in double digits in five of his last six appearances while posting three double-doubles in that span.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

John Collins Explains His Side of Heated Exchange With Coach in Jazz-Bulls Scuffle A double technical foul was called by referees.

MARCH 7, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Jazz's Collins reaches for neck of Bulls assistant in heated exchange "I’m standing there and the coach comes over and just shoves me for no reason," Collins said about the incident.

MARCH 7, 2024 • THEATHLETIC.COM

DeMar DeRozan lifts Bulls over Jazz in wild finish DeMar DeRozan scored 29 points and hit the game-winning free throws with nine seconds remaining in the Chicago Bulls’ 119-117 victory over t...

MARCH 7, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

DeMar DeRozan scores 29, Bulls edge Jazz 119-117

DeMar DeRozan scored 29 points, including the go-ahead basket with a minute left, to lead the Chicago Bulls to a 119-117 victory over the Utah Jazz

MARCH 7, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Kris Dunn - Starting Wednesday Dunn is listed in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Dunn will get the spot start with Keyonte George (illness) unavailable, making him an intriguing low-end target in deep leagues for those seeking some dimes and steals. Through 27 starts this season, Dunn has registered averages of 5.9 points, 3.4 rebounds, 5.3 assists, 1.4 steals, 0.8 blocks and 1.4 turnovers per contest on 46.8 percent shooting.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Brice Sensabaugh - Gets first career start Sensabaugh is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game versus the Bulls.

Impact Sensabaugh will replace Taylor Hendricks (toe) in the starting five Wednesday. Sensabaugh played a career-high 21 minutes Monday and could see his playing time increase against Chicago.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE