Jusuf Nurkic News, Rumors, Updates - Utah Jazz

Nearly double-doubles Nurkic registered nine points (3-3 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and seven rebounds in 15 minutes during Thursday's 115-98 victory over New York.

Impact Nurkic made the most of his limited minutes off the bench Thursday. Mark Williams is being held out for injury management Friday against the Thunder, leaving the Hornets very shorthanded. Nurkic could be a popular streaming option as a result.

MARCH 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Green light to play Wednesday Nurkic (shin) is available for Wednesday's game against the Hawks.

Impact Nurkic was listed on Tuesday's injury report as questionable due to a left shin contusion, but the issue isn't severe enough for him to miss Wednesday's game. The veteran center has averaged 7.3 points, 7.8 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.1 steals and 0.9 blocks over 17.9 minutes per game in his nine outings (including four starts) with the Hornets this season.

MARCH 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Nurkic is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Hawks due to a left shin contusion.

Impact The left shin contusion is a new concern for Nurkic, who has missed time recently due to neck soreness and an illness. If the veteran big man is unable to suit up Wednesday, Moussa Diabate will likely see an uptick in playing time behind Mark Williams.

MARCH 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go vs. Heat Nurkic (neck) will play Monday against Miami.

Impact Nurkic was trending in the right direction leading up to tipoff, and the team has since confirmed that he'll be available following a one-game absence. He's averaging 7.5 points, 8.5 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.0 blocks over his last eight games.

MARCH 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Likely available Monday Nurkic (neck) is probable for Monday's game against the Heat.

Impact After posting a 12-point, 15-rebound double-double against the Cavaliers on Friday, Nurkic sat out the second half of Charlotte's back-to-back set against Brooklyn on Saturday. While the big man will be back in action Monday, Mark Williams (rest) will also be available, so Nukic will likely handle a reserve role versus Miami.

MARCH 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte faces Miami on 5-game road skid

Charlotte will aim to stop its five-game road skid when the Hornets face Miami

MARCH 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Ruled out Saturday Nurkic (neck) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Nets.

Impact Nurkic is coming off an impressive performance in Friday's loss to the Cavaliers, recording a double-double with 12 points, 15 rebounds, five assists, one steal and one block. However, Charlotte will have to pivot Saturday against Brooklyn, likely turning to Moussa Diabate and Taj Gibson to shoulder the load in the frontcourt, especially with Mark Williams (foot) also ruled out for this game.

MARCH 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Saturday Nurkic is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game versus the Nets due to neck soreness.

Impact Nurkic is expected to miss Saturday's contest after starting at center in Charlotte's previous outing. With Mark Williams (foot) also out, Moussa Diabate and Taj Gibson should receive the majority of the team's center minutes against Brooklyn.

MARCH 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles in start Nurkic logged 12 points (6-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 0-2 FT), 15 rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal in 28 minutes during Friday's 118-117 loss to Cleveland.

Impact Nurkic had his best game since arriving in Charlotte, recording just his ninth double-double of the season. With Mark Williams given the night off for rest purposes, Nurkic stepped into the starting role for the fourth time as a Hornet. However, it wasn't enough to secure the victory as Charlotte fell to their ninth straight loss.

MARCH 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hornets vs Cavaliers: Jusuf Nurkic Postgame Media Availability

MARCH 8, 2025 • YOUTUBE

NBA-leading Cavaliers win 13th straight game, rallying to edge Hornets 118-117

Donovan Mitchell scored 24 points and the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers rallied for their 13th straight victory, 118-117 over the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night

MARCH 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Starting Friday Nurkic is in the Hornets' starting lineup against the Cavaliers on Friday.

Impact Nurkic was cleared to play Friday after missing three of the Hornets' last five games due to a back injury, and he will get the start due to the absence of Mark Williams (foot). Nurkic has averaged 6.9 points, 7.6 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.1 steals over 1.0 blocks over 17.4 minutes per game across seven games (three starts) with Charlotte.

MARCH 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suiting up vs. Cavaliers Nurkic (back) is available for Friday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Nurkic has played off the bench in the last two games, though he's failed to record more than 15 minutes in any of those contests. If that role as Mark Williams' backup doesn't change, then the veteran isn't expected to provide a lot of upside in most fantasy formats.

MARCH 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play against Cleveland Nurkic (back) has been listed as probable Friday against the Cavaliers.

Impact Nurkic has missed three of the Hornets' last five games but is trending toward playing Friday against Cleveland. Charlotte will need the veteran big man on the floor against arguably the best team in the league, as the team is already without Mark Williams (foot).

MARCH 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against Minnesota Nurkic (back) is available for Wednesday's game against Minnesota.

Impact Despite managing back tightness, Nurkic is good to go Wednesday. The veteran big man should operate as Mark Williams' top backup at center against the Timberwolves. Nurkic has averaged 7.4 points, 8.0 rebounds, 4.8 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.2 blocks in 18.9 minutes over five games following the All-Star break.

MARCH 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hornets face the Timberwolves on 7-game slide

Charlotte will try to end its seven-game skid when the Charlotte Hornets play Minnesota

MARCH 5, 2025 • Associated Press

Expected to play Wednesday Nurkic is listed as probable for Wednesday's game versus the Timberwolves due to a lower back injury.

Impact Nurkic is expected to make his second straight appearance Wednesday despite dealing with a lower back injury. If Nurkic is officially upgraded to available, he will likely operate as Charlotte's backup center to Mark Williams.

MARCH 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 3, 2025 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Not listed on injury report Nurkic (illness) isn't listed on the injury report for Monday's game against the Warriors.

Impact After missing two straight games due to an illness, Nurkic will suit up Monday. However, he was a healthy DNP against the Warriors on Feb. 25 after appearing in five straight games for the Hornets. He played more than 19 minutes only once during that stretch, and the Hornets will have Mark Williams and Moussa Diabate healthy for Monday's game.

MARCH 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hornets face the Warriors on 6-game losing streak

Charlotte will try to break its six-game losing streak when the Charlotte Hornets take on Golden State

MARCH 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Downgraded to out Nurkic (illness) won't play in Saturday's game versus the Wizards.

Impact Nurkic's absence streak will extend to four games Saturday due to an illness. His next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Golden State.

MARCH 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Nurkic (illness) is questionable for Saturday's matchup against Washington.

Impact Nurkic is in jeopardy of missing his third consecutive contest due to an illness. Since joining the Hornets, the big man has averaged 8.2 points, 8.6 rebounds, 4.6 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.2 blocks in 19.2 minutes per game over five appearances (three starts). If Nurkic is ruled out, Moussa Diabate will likely see an uptick in playing time.

FEBRUARY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hornets take on the Wizards on 5-game skid

Charlotte looks to end its five-game slide when the Charlotte Hornets take on Washington

FEBRUARY 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Sitting Thursday Nurkic (illness) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact Nurkic won't suit up Thursday after coming down with an illness. The Hornets will rely on Mark Williams and Moussa Diabate at center in Nurkic's absence.

FEBRUARY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to questionable Nurkic (illness) has been downgraded to questionable for Thursday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact Nurkic popped up on the injury report Thursday, as the veteran big man is battling an illness. The 29-year-old was a healthy scratch for Tuesday's loss to the Warriors and may end up missing a second straight game with the team in Dallas, with Moussa Diabate potentially seeing more time on the floor against the Mavericks.

FEBRUARY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Charlotte faces Miami on 5-game road skid

NBA-leading Cavaliers win 13th straight game, rallying to edge Hornets 118-117

Hornets face the Timberwolves on 7-game slide

Hornets face the Warriors on 6-game losing streak

Hornets take on the Wizards on 5-game skid