Jazz’s Projected Starting Lineup Against 76ers Despite Injury Challenges

The Utah Jazz enter Saturday’s home game shorthanded. Seven rotation players are out with injuries. That includes two key bench pieces and four projected starters for next season.

Roster context and injuries

Isaiah Collier is sidelined by a hamstring issue. Brice Sensabaugh is also unavailable. The absences force coach Will Hardy to alter rotations and experiment with lineups.

The Jazz added guard Kennedy Chandler on a 10-day contract. He could provide depth, but a different option seems likelier to start.

Projected starting five

With multiple players out, Filmogaz.com outlines a probable unit for the matchup. The group blends defense and young scoring upside.

• Elijah Harkless — Guard

  Harkless is a two-way signing known for his defense. He has started two of the last three games. Expect him to get the nod over Chandler.

• Ace Bailey — Guard

  Bailey stands to gain more offensive opportunities. He posted a career-high 33 points recently. A renewed one-on-one matchup against a top-five rookie adds intrigue.

• John Konchar — Forward

  Konchar is listed as probable with a quad issue. Since the deadline trade, he has averaged 2.9 points and 2.1 steals in 14 games. His defensive energy fits the temporary need.

• Cody Williams — Forward

  Williams has started every game since the All-Star break. In his last eight, he averaged 16.4 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 4.8 assists. His efficiency has spiked on both ends.

• Kyle Filipowski — Center

  Filipowski is the likely center unless rested again. He has scored double figures in most games since the break. His offensive versatility helps balance the frontcourt.

Matchup notes

The 76ers will also be without a key center. Joel Embiid is out with an oblique injury. That absence alters Philadelphia’s interior rotation.

Both teams still feature young top-five talent. Those players are expected to be available for this weekend’s game. The matchup now centers on depth and matchup advantages.

What to watch

Look for the Jazz’s projected starting lineup to emphasize defense. Hardy has experimented with unconventional five-man groups recently. Performance from Williams and Filipowski will shape the second unit minutes.

Konchar’s health status could trigger a late change. If he sits, one of the 10-day signees may start. Kennedy Chandler provides an alternative, but Harkless remains the probable choice.

Filmogaz.com will monitor final rotations and update any late changes before tipoff.