Jusuf Nurkic News, Rumors, Updates - Utah Jazz

Utah plays Los Angeles in conference matchup

Los Angeles heads to Utah for a Western Conference matchup Tuesday

JANUARY 26 • Associated Press

Adebayo's 26 points and 15 rebounds lead Heat to dominant 147-116 win over Jazz

Bam Adebayo scored 26 points and grabbed 15 rebounds, leading the Miami Heat to a 147-116 win over the Utah Jazz

JANUARY 25 • Associated Press

Triple-doubles again Nurkic generated 17 points (8-13 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 0-2 FT), 10 rebounds, 12 assists, one steal and one block across 31 minutes of Saturday's 147-116 loss to Miami.

Impact Nurkic became the eighth player in the NBA to post three triple-doubles this season, and he joins Nikola Jokic (knee) and Jalen Johnson as the only players in the association to have three consecutive triple-doubles this year. Nurkic's success hasn't exactly translated to wins -- Utah has lost two straight games by double-digits -- but it's certainly been a welcome sight for fantasy managers. Nurkic had one career triple-double before 2025-26, and it came during the 2018-19 season. In 36 games this season, Nurkic is averaging 11.2 points, 10.2 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 1.3 blocks across 26.5 minutes per game.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Nurkic (illness) is available for Saturday's game against the Heat.

Impact Nurkic will power through the illness and make himself available for Saturday's game. The 31-year-old veteran has been hot over the past two, posting triple-doubles in back-to-back games.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Upgrades to questionable Saturday Nurkic (illness) has been upgraded from doubtful to questionable for Saturday's game against the Heat.

Impact Nurkic is battling through an illness, but he is trending positively toward being available for Saturday's game, which tips off at 9:30 p.m. ET. If Nurkic is unable to play, then Kyle Filipowski would like start at center for the Jazz.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Saturday Nurkic (illness) is doubtful for Saturday's game against Miami.

Impact Nurkic is unlikely to play Saturday while battling an undisclosed illness. The big man started the previous three games and posted massive production, averaging 17.7 points, 12.7 rebounds and 9.7 assists in 30.7 minutes per contest, including two triple-doubles. With Nurkic doubtful and Kevin Love (knee) already ruled out, Utah's thin frontcourt may have to lean on Kyle Filipowski and Kyle Anderson for extended minutes at center.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Jazz's Jusuf Nurkic improbably just joined 'Pistol' Pete Maravich in insane NBA history | Sporting News This is a wild combination of players.

JANUARY 23 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Fox scores 31 points, Wembanyama has 26 points and 13 rebounds to help Spurs over Jazz 126-109

De’Aaron Fox scored 31 points, Victor Wembanyama had 26 points and 13 rebounds and the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Utah Jazz 126-109

JANUARY 23 • Associated Press

Posts another triple-double Nurkic finished with 17 points (7-19 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 11 rebounds, 14 assists, one steal and one block in 35 minutes during Thursday's 126-109 loss to the Spurs.

Impact Nurkic turned in his second triple-double in as many games after another stellar performance Thursday night. The big man's playmaking ability has been on full display lately, as he's dished out double-digit assists in back-to-back appearances after failing to do so in his first 33 games of the campaign. Nurkic has now recorded two of Utah's last three triple-doubles dating back to 2008, per Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Triple-doubles in victory Nurkic notched 16 points (7-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 18 rebounds, 10 assists, one steal and one block across 31 minutes in Tuesday's 127-122 win over the Timberwolves.

Impact Nurkic impressed Tuesday, stuffing the stat sheet en route to his second career triple-double, with his first coming Jan. 16, 2019, when he played for Portland. The big man led all players with a season-high 18 rebounds. Additionally, he tied the game-best mark in assists, setting a new season high. Nurkic has racked up three double-doubles and a triple-double over his last five appearances, averaging 16.6 points, 14.2 rebounds and 5.4 assists per tilt during that span.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

George scores 43 as Jazz rallies to beat Timberwolves 127-122, giving Hardy his 100th coaching win

Keyonte George scored a career-high 43 points, Jusuf Nurkic recorded his second career triple-double, and the Utah Jazz rallied to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 127-122

JANUARY 21 • Associated Press

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.

JANUARY 20 • 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.

JANUARY 20 • 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...

JANUARY 20 • 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.

JANUARY 19 • 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.

JANUARY 15 • 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.

JANUARY 14 • 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

JUSUF NURKIC NEWS

NEWS

BIO

STATS

VIDEOS

GAME LOG

INJURIES