Udoka Azubuike

Udoka Azubuike has been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup against the Cavaliers after entering COVID-19 health and safety protocols.

Fantasy Impact

Azubuike will be forced to miss at least one game with the possibility of being sidelined for longer. However, the backup big man hasn't made an appearance for the Jazz since late December, so his absence won't have any effect on their rotation.

Per Eric Walden, Udoka Azubuike will not play Friday versus the Clippers due to a right ankle sprain.

Fantasy Impact

The Jazz will also be without Donovan Mitchell, Trent Forrest, Bojan Bogdanovic, Hassan Whiteside, and Danuel House Jr. on Friday. The offensive load with subsequently fall on Rudy Gobert, Jordan Clarkson, and Mike Conley. Look for Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Juancho Hernangomez to see an uptick in minutes.

The Utah Jazz announced Udoka Azubuike is out for Wednesday against Chicago.

Fantasy Impact

Azubuike is dealing with his 3rd ankle injury in 13 months. When healthy, he is only fantasy relevant if Rudy Gobert is out.

Udoka Azubuike will receive an X-ray on his right ankle I. San Antonio after injuring it against the Texas Legends according to The SLC Tribune’s Eric Walden. Azubuike will return to Salt Lake City with the team and undergo an MRI there.

Fantasy Impact

The former Jayhawk inured his right ankle for the 3rd time in 13 months. The injury came in the closing seconds of Thursday night game and the extent of the injury remains to be seen until further examination is complete. Despite the repeated injuries, Doke has performed well In spot starts for Rudy Gobert. The 7-footer hauled in a career high 14 rebound against the Knicks in February.

Jazz center Udoka Azubuike recorded a double-double Friday night, grabbing 11 rebounds and scoring 10 points (5-8 FG) in the Jazz’ 125-102 win over the Nets.

Fantasy Impact

Azubuike turned in an impressive performance starting in place of center Rudy Gobert. He is worth monitoring and picking up if Gobert misses extended time.