Minnesota's Donte DiVincenzo had broken free on the perimeter and drove right into the heart of the paint. Collins was there to meet him, causing DiVincenzo to lose the ball on a layup attempt and secure Utah's 117-116 win over the Timberwolves Friday at the Delta Center.

On Wednesday, it was another long injury report for the Utah Jazz. Lauri Markkanen, John Collins, Collin Sexton, Jordan Clarkson and Walker Kessler all missed the contest in the nation's capital. Even Keyonte George joined the seemingly ever-growing list — though the reason (illness) was likely more legitimate.

The Los Angeles Lakers might be targeting Utah Jazz forward John Collins. Collins has had an impressive season and could complement LeBron James and L

Collins (back) is questionable for Friday's game against the Timberwolves, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports. The questionable tag is an upgrade for Collins, who will have a chance Friday to end a three-game absence with back soreness.

As a result of the lack of availability, expect an increased workload for the youth movement in the Jazz rotation, most notably Utah's three-man group of rookies in Cody Williams, Isaiah Collier, and Kyle Filipowski, who are all listed as available.

Utah is looking to break its nine-game road losing streak with a victory against Washington. Wednesday's meeting is the first of the season between the two squads.

Collins is coming off a 26-point performance during the Jazz's 130-107 loss to the Thunder on Friday, but he appears to have come out of contest worse for wear with a sore lower back. Micah Potter, Brice Sensabaugh and KJ Martin would be candidates to enter Utah's starting lineup if Collins is unable to play Saturday.

Walker Kessler had a go-ahead dunk with 9.7 seconds left to help the Utah Jazz beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 117-116, snapping a six-game losing streak in the series.

Kyshawn George scored 23 points, Alex Sarr added 21 and the Washington Wizards edged the Utah Jazz 125-122 on Wednesday night in a battle of two last place

Two title contenders made calls to Utah at the NBA trade deadline, trying to pry Walker Kessler away from the Jazz