Eubanks won't return to Wednesday's game against the Nuggets due to a left knee contusion, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.
The Jazz don't need another injury in their frontcourt, so losing Eubanks is huge in a game for which they're already thin in terms of depth. Brice Sensabaugh should see more minutes in the frontcourt with Eubanks out, and this means Walker Kessler is the only healthy true center the Jazz have on their roster for the reminder of the contest.
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Jazz's Micah Potter: Starting against Denver
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Potter is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets.
Potter will make his first appearance of the season Wednesday, though it's unclear if he'll handle a big workload. He'll get the start at power forward due to the absences of John Collins (knee), Lauri Markkanen (personal) and Kyle Filipowski (lower leg).
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Jazz's Svi Mykhailiuk: Getting spot start Wednesday
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Mykhailiuk is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets.
Seeing Mykhailiuk as the starting small forward in the absence of Lauri Markkanen (personal) is certainly surprising. The veteran has made just one appearance off the bench this season, logging 15 minutes in a loss to Denver on Nov. 2.
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Jazz's John Collins: Officially ruled out
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Collins (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets.
As expected, Collins has been downgraded from doubtful to out and will join Lauri Markkanen (personal), Kyle Filipowski (lower leg) and Jordan Clarkson (foot) as unavailable. Utah will need multiple players to step up against Denver, with Brice Sensabaugh and Johnny Juzang as the most likely candidates. Collins' next chance to suit up will come Saturday versus Dallas.
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Jazz's John Collins: Downgraded to doubtful
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Collins (knee) has been downgraded to doubtful ahead of Wednesday's game against the Nuggets.
Collins was initially listed as questionable for this contest, and the downgrade in status roughly two hours before the 9 p.m. ET tipoff suggests his chances of playing are minimal. If Collins ends up being ruled out, then Brice Sensabaugh and Drew Eubanks would be in line to see more minutes in the frontcourt.
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Jazz's Kyle Filipowski: Ruled out for Wednesday
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Filipowski (leg) will not play Wednesday against the Nuggets.
As expected, Filipowski will miss his third game in a row for the Jazz. Lauri Markkanen (personal) has also been ruled out, while John Collins (knee) is questionable. Brice Sensabaugh and Drew Eubanks could see an uptick in minutes as a result.
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Jazz's Jordan Clarkson: Out again Wednesday
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Clarkson (foot) will not play Wednesday against the Nuggets.
This will be Clarkson's third absence in his last four games, and he remains without a return timetable. Isaiah Collier, Johnny Juzang and Brice Sensabaugh could see plenty of minutes for the shorthanded Jazz on Wednesday evening.
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Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Won't play Wednesday
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Markkanen (personal reasons) won't play Wednesday against Denver.
After suffering a left knee contusion on Tuesday against the Spurs that forced him out of the game for good, the Jazz are not even mentioning that injury on their report. However, their franchise forward will be unavailable for the second leg of this back-to-back set for personal reasons. With Kyle Filipowski (leg) ruled out and John Collins (knee) considered questionable, players such as Walker Kessler and Brice Sensabaugh could see increased roles.
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Jazz's John Collins: Questionable against Denver
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Collins is questionable to face the Nuggets on Wednesday due to a knee contusion.
This is a new injury for Collins, but the Jazz will be hopeful that he can power through it as they will already be shorthanded Wednesday -- Lauri Markkanen (personal) and Kyle Filipowski (leg) have already been ruled out. If Collins does suit up, he'll offer considerable upside with so many touches up for grabs.
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Jazz's Brice Sensabaugh: Steps up with 16 points
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Sensabaugh contributed 16 points (6-11 FG, 4-7 3Pt) and one steal over 27 minutes during Tuesday's 128-115 loss to the Spurs.
If Lauri Markkanen's (knee) injury requires him to miss more time, Sensabaugh should be in line for increased production. Although Sensabaugh had a quiet start to the season and has missed several games due to injury, he's averaged 17 points over the past two games.
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Jazz's John Collins: Records double-double in loss
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Collins accumulated 20 points (7-10 FG, 6-8 FT), 13 rebounds, three assists and one block over 33 minutes during Tuesday's 128-115 loss to the Spurs.
Collins has returned to his typical role at the four upon Walker Kessler's return to action, but there's been no drop-off to his production. Collins is now in the midst of a three-game double-double streak, averaging 19.3 points and 13.3 rebounds over the span.
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Jazz's Keyonte George: Leads team with 26 points
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George closed with 26 points (9-16 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, six assists and two steals over 34 minutes during Tuesday's 128-115 loss to the Spurs.
Jordan Clarkson's (foot) absence has maximized output for George and Collin Sexton, as the second-unit lacks reliability without the team's best sixth man in tow. George is off to a solid start this season, averaging 15.6 points, 5.8 assists and 2.8 rebounds over 16 games.
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Leaves with knee injury Tuesday
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Markkanen was helped back to the locker room in the fourth quarter of Tuesday's 128-115 loss to the Spurs with a left knee contusion and will not return, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports. He posted 14 points (5-14 FG, 0-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and two steals across 33 minutes before departing.
The star forward suffered the injury in a collision with Spurs center Victor Wembanyama. Markkanen needed assistance getting off the floor and will undergo further testing on the knee. Fantasy managers shouldn't expect him to play Wednesday against the Nuggets in the second leg of a back-to-back set.
Filipowski (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Spurs.
Filipowski will miss his second straight game due to a right ankle sprain he suffered against San Antonio this past Thursday. His next opportunity to play will be the Jazz's second leg of a back-to-back set against the Nuggets on Wednesday. Drew Eubanks and Brice Sensabaugh are likely to see an uptick in playing time due to Filipowski's injury.
