The Utah Jazz host the New Orleans Pelicans at the Delta Center on Saturday night for the second consecutive game. The Pelicans won 129-118 last time out, with Sadiq Bey having a stellar performance of 42 points, seven assists and five rebounds.
The Pelicans have found momentum recently and are currently on a three-game winning streak. Regardless, the Jazz have once again added Keyonte George to the official injury list, as he is listed as questionable due to a right ankle sprain.
George last played for Utah in a loss against the Orlando Magic and is on the injured list along with several players including Lauri Markkanen, who is out with a strained right hip.
Stroke. Walker Kessler, Jaren Jackson Jr., Jusuf Nurkic and Vince Williams Jr. are also out with various injuries.
For the Pelicans, Yves Missy is listed as questionable, while Trey Murphy III, Dejounte Murray, Trey Alexander and Hunter Dickinson are officially out.
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Keyontae George injury status vs. Pelicans
George will once again be a game-time decision but his questionable status suggests he could also play a role. Given their recent form and their 18-41 record, they need to get their guard back fit as soon as possible.
This should be another fast-paced matchup like Thursday night when the Pelicans dispatched the Jazz in Salt Lake City. While both teams are currently tied for the bottom of the Western Conference, New Orleans (18-42) will be hoping to pick up another win.
The Pelicans have won four of their last six contests and if George is unable to play, Utah will once again have to rely on the poor second unit that has kept them afloat. The Jazz bench scored 61 points Thursday, including Ace Bailey's 23 points and Bryce Sensabaugh's 20 points.
However, Utah's biggest obstacle remains their weak defense. The Jazz are currently surrendering 125.9 points per game and will need to be better than in recent weeks to have a chance.
jazz injury report
Keyonte George: Questionable (sprained right ankle)
Jaren Jackson Jr.: Out (recovering from left knee injury)
Walker Kessler: Out (recovering from left shoulder injury)
Lauri Markkanen: Out (right hip injury)
Jusuf Nurkic: Out (recovering from nose injury)
Vince Williams Jr.: Out (left knee injury management)
pelicans injury report
Yves Missi: doubtful (left calf strain)
Trey Alexander: Out (G League - Two-Way)
Hunter Dickinson: Out (G League - Two-Way)
Trey Murphy III: Out (right shoulder injury)
Dejounte Murray: Out (return to competition reconditioning)
