The Utah Jazz are set to face the Orlando Magic on Saturday night, and it appears that guard Keyonte George is likely to make his return to the court. George is listed as probable on the injury report, dealing with a left ankle sprain that has sidelined him for the past three games, including the Jazz’s recent 121-119 loss to the Atlanta Hawks.
George’s absence has been notable, as he previously delivered a standout performance with a career-high 43 points in a thrilling 127-122 victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Prior to his ankle injury, he had shown remarkable improvement this season, averaging 24.2 points with a shooting percentage of 45.9%, including 37.7% from beyond the arc. His contributions this season have positioned him as one of the league’s emerging talents, despite being overlooked for an All-Star selection.
Alongside George, Kevin Love is also listed as probable for the matchup, while Walker Kessler remains out as he continues to recover from a left shoulder injury. For the Magic, Franz Wagner will not play as he deals with a left high-ankle sprain.
Fans are hopeful that George’s return will bolster the Jazz’s performance, especially after a challenging stretch of games. With him back on the court, the Jazz will look to capitalize on their talent against the Magic and improve their game record.