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Utah Jazz forward/center John Collins (back) will return to action in Friday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He is ready to rejoin the fun after missing three games due to a back problem. Kenyon Martin Jr. and Brice Sensabaugh may see their roles reduced due to Collins' return. Collins has enjoyed a fine campaign in Salt Lake City, averaging 18.4 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks. He began the season as a bench contributor but has been a starter for each of his last 28 appearances.

Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson (foot) will exit the lineup on Friday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He has battled left plantar fasciitis for most of the campaign and will miss the action for injury management purposes. Fortunately for the Jazz, Collin Sexton's (ankle) will return from a 10-game absence and should handle most of Clarkson's minutes in Friday's game. Johnny Juzang may also see more action off the Jazz bench.

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (back) is not yet prepared to return to the lineup on Friday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He is managing a back injury and will miss a third straight game. Jordan Clarkson (foot) also won't be in the lineup, leaving Utah without two of their five leading scorers. Collin Sexton (ankle) and John Collins (back), who are returning, should take on some of the offensive responsibilities, while Keyonte George will continue to play an integral role in the attack.

Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton (ankle) will return from a 10-game absence in Friday's tilt against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He has recovered from a left ankle sprain. However, Jazz head coach Will Hardy said that Sexton will have a minutes restriction on Friday. This will give Isaiah Collier a chance to still play a major role in the rotation, particularly with Jordan Clarkson (foot) out of the lineup on Friday night. While Utah has struggled in 2024-25, Sexton has enjoyed plenty of success, averaging 18.3 points with a career-best 41.2 percent three-point shooting.

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (back) has been ruled out for Friday's matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves for injury management on his lower back. The dynamic 27-year-old has been dealing with a plethora of injuries since joining the Jazz, and they tend to lean on the more careful side since they're not competing for the playoffs. If John Collins (back) plays, he should see added opportunities, otherwise, Kenyon Martin Jr. and Brice Sensabaugh should continue seeing starter level minutes. The former posted 16 points, five rebounds, and four assists in their last game against the Sacramento Kings.