The Utah Jazz are navigating the final three games of their 2025-26 season while contending with a significant number of injuries. The team currently has seven players listed as unavailable, impacting their rotation and depth as they approach the offseason.

Injury Impact on the Jazz

Given the Jazz’s current position and focus on improving their draft lottery odds, the absence of key players in New Orleans is not unexpected. However, it presents a challenge as they attempt to remain competitive.

Bailey and Filipowski Step Up

Ace Bailey and Filipowski have seized increased opportunities following the All-Star break, stepping up significantly amidst the team’s injury struggles. Bailey, in particular, has shown continuous improvement, emerging as a promising young scorer and defender.

Since March, Bailey’s averages have climbed to 18.9 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game, shooting 44.7% from the field and 37.3% from beyond the arc. His performance has also placed him in contention for the All-Rookie First Team.

Without Bailey, the Jazz will likely rely more on Brice Sensabaugh and Cody Williams. Their ability to fill the void will be crucial to the team’s performance.

Pelicans Face Similar Challenges

The New Orleans Pelicans are also grappling with injury concerns. Star guard Dejounte Murray is dealing with a lingering hand injury, and his status for the upcoming game remains uncertain.

Trey Murphy, along with bench players Bryce McGowens and Karlo Matkovic, are also ruled out due to injury. This creates a challenging situation for both teams, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the NBA season.

Jared Koch, deputy editor of Utah Jazz On SI, has been closely following these developments, providing comprehensive coverage of the NBA and NFL.