Utah Jazz DVOA, Stats, & NBA Rankings

Utah Jazz forward/center John Collins (back) won't be available for Sunday's matchup against Sacramento. He comes out of the lineup with back spasms, missing only his seventh contest of the year. Collins had a tough start in Salt Lake City but has played well in recent months as Utah's starting center. Walker Kessler will be in line to fill the role on Sunday. Kessler has taken a step back this season, but a starting role and a chance to log some extra playing time will boost his fantasy value. In 20 previous starts this season, the American giant has averaged 9.2 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 2.5 blocks in 26.5 minutes.

Boston Celtics guard Jaden Springer (knee) will remain out of the lineup on Saturday versus New Orleans. He's set to miss a second consecutive game. Springer could get more action over the final week of action when the Celtics are looking to rest up for the playoffs, but he's been used very sparingly in normal situations and doesn't have any fantasy value. Since joining Boston from Philadelphia in February, Springer has played in only 13 games, logging 5.5 minutes.

Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson (hip) will not play on Friday against the Houston Rockets due to left SI pain. The SI joint can cause pain to radiate to the back, hip, and rear areas. This will be Clarkson's eighth missed game over the last nine contests because of this issue. Clarkson has played well when he has the chance to take the court, but with the team looking to rack up higher picks, Clarkson just hasn't fit the timeline. While he remains sidelined, the youth movement will continue with Keyonte George and Collin Sexton staying in the starting lineup while Kris Dunn returns from suspension and gets a reserve role.

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (shoulder) is questionable for Friday's matchup against the Rockets. The Jazz are already eliminated from postseason contention, so the 2017 No. 7 overall pick might get another night off to avoid further injury. Markannen's most recent absence was when these clubs met nearly a week ago. Johnny Juzang got the start in that one. However, Brice Sensabaugh logged 27 minutes from the bench and finished with 16 points, four boards, and four assists, making him an ideal DFS value option if Markkanen isn't in the lineup on Friday night.

Boston Celtics guard Jaden Springer (knee) has been labeled as questionable for Thursday's matchup against the Hawks. The youngster was recalled from the G League on Wednesday, but he's troubled by a left knee injury and might be unavailable for Thursday's game. It won't be a big loss for the C's, as Springer has been used very sparingly since he was acquired from Philadelphia. He's made only 13 appearances with the Celtics, averaging 5.5 minutes.