Utah Jazz vs Memphis Grizzlies injury report: Who's playing, injured and questionable players, head-to-head records, team stats, and more (February 20, 2026)

Utah Jazz and Memphis Grizzlies meet at FedExForum with both teams missing several key players. Rotations are short on both sides, so this game will depend on who is available and who can handle extra minutes.Neither team is in a strong position in the standings. Memphis has a slight edge, but injuries have affected them all season. Utah has struggled on both ends and sits near the bottom of the West.Utah Jazz will be without Keyonte George due to a right ankle sprain. Walker Kessler is still out with a shoulder issue, and Jusuf Nurkic is sidelined with a nose injury.Lauri Markkanen is listed as questionable because of illness. Oscar Tshiebwe remains in concussion protocol. There was also a listing error that showed Jaren Jackson Jr. under Utah, even though he plays for Memphis.Memphis has more players unavailable. Ja Morant is out with a left elbow injury. Santi Aldama, Brandon Clarke, and Zach Edey are all dealing with leg injuries and will not play.Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is recovering from finger surgery. Ty Jerome and Scotty Pippen Jr. are also out. Cedric Coward has a knee issue, and Walter Clayton Jr. is doubtful with a calf problem. Memphis has a slightly better record but has not been consistent. Utah has one of the worst net ratings in the league at -7.7.Utah scores at a decent rate but allows the most points per game.Utah Jazz (56 games): • PPG: 118.3 (14th) • Opp PPG: 125.9 (30th) • RPG: 44.3 (2nd) • APG: 30.1 (18th) • FG%: 46.9% • 3PT%: 35.0% • FT%: Top-5They rebound well but turn the ball over often and do not defend well.Memphis started the season in better shape but has fallen to 20-33. Injuries have affected both their scoring and defense, especially away from home.Utah Jazz leads the overall series 68-43. Memphis has won four of the last five meetings, but those games had more complete lineups.With several big men out, this game may be decided by perimeter players. If Markkanen plays, Utah will run most of its offense through him. Memphis could rely on Jaren Jackson Jr. if he is available.Utah may give more responsibility to Isaiah Collier and Cody Williams. Memphis could look to GG Jackson and John Konchar for minutes and scoring.This should be a close game. Memphis has the advantage of playing at home, but Utah’s rebounding could keep it competitive.