Jusuf Nurkic News, Rumors, Updates - Utah Jazz

Jusuf Nurkic all but confirms his feelings on staying with Jazz If you know how he feels about Utah, you probably know how he feels about sticking around.

2 HOURS AGO • THEJNOTES.COM

Looks sharp in loss Nurkic posted 20 points (9-17 FG, 2-4 3Pt), nine rebounds and five assists in 26 minutes during Monday's 123-110 loss to San Antonio.

Impact Nurkic took the floor for the first time since Jan. 12 after being held out due to a coach's decision, and he didn't show any signs of rust. He saw plenty of volume on the offensive end with Lauri Markkanen (illness) sidelined and fell one rebound shy of a double-double. Nurkic has been highly effective while on the court for the Jazz this season, averaging 14.1 points and 10.8 rebounds since Dec. 1 (13 games), though the Jazz have clear interest in giving looks to the younger pieces of the roster, which could limit his fantasy ceiling.

20 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Wembanyama scores 33 points in 123-110 win over Jazz after being named All-Star starter

Victor Wembanyama had a season-high seven 3-pointers and finished with 33 points and 10 rebounds hours after being named an All-Star starter for the first time as the San Antonio S...

21 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Starting Monday Nurkic will start Monday's game against the Spurs.

Impact After three straight games without seeing the floor, Nurkic is right back in the first unit. The Jazz are have been known for doing a lot of head-scratching things, so Nurkic could be very to trust as a fantasy asset going forward with the team completely focused on their rebuild.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play Wednesday Nurkic was a DNP-Coach's Decision for Wednesday's 128-126 loss to Chicago.

Impact Nurkic missed two straight games due to a toe injury before logging an 11-point, 17-rebound double-double Monday against Cleveland. However, after not being a part of Utah's injury report, he didn't leave the bench Wednesday.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Suns writer finally admits what Blazers fans always believed about Jusuf Nurkic The Phoenix Suns are finally realizing that they failed to utilize former Portland Trail Blazers center Jusuf Nurkic properly.

6 DAYS AGO • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Dominates glass in win Nurkic had 11 points (4-9 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 17 rebounds, three assists, two blocks and three steals in 30 minutes during Monday's 123-112 victory over the Cavaliers.

Impact The 17 boards tied his season high, as Nurkic recorded his 11th double-double of the campaign in his return from a two-game absence due to a toe injury. Six of those double-doubles have come in his last 10 appearances dating back to Dec. 12, a stretch in which the veteran center is averaging 15.4 points, 11.7 rebounds, 5.6 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.1 threes while shooting 59.4 percent from the floor and a stunning 61.1 percent (11-for-18) from beyond the arc.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Nurkic (toe) will be available for Monday's game against Cleveland.

Impact Nurkic is set to return from a two-game absence, and it's possible he faces some restrictions. With this news, Kevin Love will likely shift back to the bench for Utah. Over his last 12 appearances, Nurkic has averaged 14.3 points, 10.3 rebounds, 4.8 assists, 0.8 threes and 0.9 steals over 27.9 minutes per game.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Probable to return Monday Nurkic (toe) is listed as probable for Monday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Nurkic is trending toward returning Monday from a two-game absence due to a toe sprain, and his return would likely result in Kevin Love reverting to a bench role. Nurkic has appeared in just 12 of 19 games since Dec. 1 due to injury, and over that span he has averaged 14.3 points, 10.3 rebounds, 4.8 assists, 0.8 threes and 0.9 steals over 27.9 minutes per game.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Hornets build a 47-point lead in the 1st half and rout the Jazz 150-95

Brandon Miller scored 18 points, LaMelo Ball had 17 and the Charlotte Hornets built a 47-point lead in the first half of a 150-95 rout against the Utah Jazz

JANUARY 11 • Associated Press

Downgraded to out Nurkic (toe) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Charlotte.

Impact Nurkic will miss a second straight game due to a toe sprain on his left foot. His absence will mean more opportunities for Kevin Love and Kyle Filipowski. Nurkic's next chance to play will come Monday at Cleveland.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Nurkic (toe) is questionable for Saturday's game versus the Hornets.

Impact Nurkic sat out the second leg of a back-to-back set with the toe issue Thursday, which resulted in Kevin Love drawing the start and Kyle Anderson was able to get into the rotation. If Nurkic is out again Saturday, it'll be more of the same, but we'll have a better idea on Nurkic's status based on his activity level at shootaround.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Thursday Nurkic (toe) won't suit up for Thursday's game versus the Mavericks.

Impact Nurkic is getting a maintenance day on the second leg of a back-to-back set, but he should be able to get back out there for Saturday's game against the Hornets. With Nurkic unavailable Thursday evening, expect more minutes for Kyle Filipowski.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Thursday Nurkic (toe) is questionable for Thursday's game against Dallas.

Impact Thursday's game is the second leg of a back-to-back set, and if recent back-to-backs have been any indication, Nurkic could be due for a maintenance day. During Wednesday's loss to the Thunder, Nurkic had 15 points (6-16 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 15 rebounds, four assists, one block and three steals over 33 minutes. Kyle Filipowski could see increased minutes Thursday if Nurkic is held out.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Big stat line in close loss Nurkic racked up 15 points (6-16 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 15 rebounds, four assists, one block and three steals over 33 minutes before fouling out of Wednesday's 129-125 overtime loss...

Impact Nurkic recorded his 10th double-double of the year, also loading up the whole box score Wednesday. The veteran center has averaged a productive 15.9 points, 11.1 rebounds, 5.9 assists and 1.0 steals in 30.0 minutes per contest across his last nine games, shooting an efficient 60.9 percent from the field as well.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 46 points as Thunder halt rare skid with OT win over Jazz

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 46 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Utah Jazz 129-125 in overtime Wednesday night to snap a two-game losing skid

JANUARY 8 • Associated Press

Returns with double -double in loss Nurkic ended with 21 points (9-12 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 12 rebounds, five assists and two steals across 31 minutes during Monday's 137-117 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Impact Nurkic logged 31 minutes and showed no ill effects from the toe injury that forced a two-game absence. The Jazz lost two games without his frontcourt presence, and his solid total wasn't enough to overcome the Trail Blazers' scoring onslaught, as the team dropped its fourth consecutive contest.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Utah visits Oklahoma City on 3-game road skid

Utah will aim to stop its three-game road skid when the Jazz visit Oklahoma City

JANUARY 6 • Associated Press

Avdija scores 33 in latest outburst as Trail Blazers blow out Jazz, 137-117

Deni Avdija had 33 points, nine assists and eight rebounds in three quarters, falling just short of his second consecutive triple-double, and the Portland Trail Blazers routed the...

JANUARY 6 • Associated Press

Available for Monday Nurkic (toe) is available for Monday's game against Portland, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Nurkic, who has missed the past two games for Utah, was able to shed his questionable tag this time around. With this news, Kyle Filipowski could shift to the bench for Utah. Nurkic is averaging 18.8 points, 10.0 rebounds, 6.3 assists and 1.8 three-pointers over his last four appearances.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Monday Nurkic (toe) is questionable for Monday's game against Portland.

Impact Nurkic will carry a questionable tag into his second straight game as he continues to deal with a toe sprain on his left foot. The veteran center has already missed a pair of contests due to the issue. Another absence would likely allow Kyle Filipowski to remain in the starting lineup.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Curry scores 31 points in return from one-game absence with ankle injury, Warriors beat Jazz 123-114

Stephen Curry scored 31 points with six 3-pointers and the Golden State Warriors welcomed back their regulars to beat the Utah Jazz 123-114 after a 37-point thumping by the Thunder...

JANUARY 4 • Associated Press

Out again Saturday Nurkic (toe) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Golden State.

Impact Nurkic will miss a second straight game due to a sprained toe on his left foot. Kyle Filipowski will likely draw another start Saturday night, while Kevin Love could see a bump in minutes. Nurkic's next chance to play will come Monday at Portland.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

It sure sounds like the Jazz know what they should do with Jusuf Nurkic At first, it seemed like he was just an expiring deal.

JANUARY 3 • THEJNOTES.COM

Questionable to play Saturday Nurkic (toe) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Warriors.

Impact Nurkic was unable to play against the Clippers on Thursday due to a left toe sprain, but the veteran big man has a chance to return for Saturday's road contest. Kyle Filipowski would figure to start at center for a second consecutive game if Nurkic is unable to play.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

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