The New York Knicks are set to start their four-game road trip out West with a stop in Utah to take on the Jazz. New York is coming off a win over Toronto, while Utah has lost three consecutive games.
The Knicks will be without Mitchell Robinson, who's out for at least eight to 10 weeks and could be down Immanuel Quickley for the second straight game. The Jazz could be without four of their starters -- Jordan Clarkson, Lauri Markkanen, John Collins, and Walker Kessler.
After trading Rudy Gobert and Donovan Mitchell in the 2022 offseason, Utah was one of the surprise teams of 2022-23. The Jazz finished out of play-in range at No. 12 with a 37-45, but that's higher than many people thought they'd be. Utah has had its struggles to start 2023-24, winning only seven games.
New York should be able to start its trip with a win on Wednesday, but the Knicks shouldn't overlook the Jazz, even if they're down a couple of starters.
Immanuel Quickley's status for tonight's game vs. Jazz
Immanuel Quickley (right knee soreness) is listed as questionable.
UPDATE: Immanuel Quickley is available.
Lauri Markkanen's status for tonight's game vs. Knicks
Lauri Markkanen (hamstring) is questionable.
UPDATE: Lauri Markkanen is available.
Jordan Clarkson's status for tonight's game vs. Knicks
Jordan Clarkson (thigh) is out. The Jazz said on Tuesday he'll be out for at least two weeks.
John Collins' status for tonight's game vs. Knicks
John Collins (illness) is questionable.
UPDATE: John Collins has been downgraded to out.
Projected starting lineups tonight
New York: Jalen Brunson, Donte DiVincenzo, RJ Barrett, Julius Randle, Jericho Sims
Utah: Keyonte George, Talen Horton-Tucker, Lauri Markkanen (if he plays), John Collins (if he plays), Walker Kessler (if he plays)
Knicks injury report
Immanuel Quickley (knee) is listed as questionable. Mitchell Robinson (ankle) is out.
UPDATE: Immanuel Quickley is available.
Jazz injury report
Lauri Markkanen (hamstring), John Collins (illness), and Walker Kessler (right foot) are listed as questionable. Jordan Clarkson (thigh) is out.
UPDATE: Lauri Markkanen and Walker Kessler are available. John Collins has been downgraded to out.
New York's next five opponents
New York will stay out West for three more games before returning to the city.
Dec. 15 at Phoenix
Dec. 16 at Clippers
Dec. 18 at Lakers
Dec. 20 at Brooklyn
Dec. 23 vs. Milwaukee