The Utah Jazz are set to kick off their season against the Memphis Grizzlies at the Delta Center, though both teams will be missing key players. The Jazz will not have Johnny Juzang and Isaiah Collier due to injuries, while the Grizzlies will be without GG Jackson, Jaren Jackson Jr., Cam Spencer, and Vince Williams.

Juzang, who had a strong preseason, is a notable absence for Utah, while Jaren Jackson Jr., the 2023 Defensive Player of the Year, will be missed the most by Memphis. Despite being at home, the Jazz are underdogs, with the Grizzlies favored by three points. As the Jazz enter their third year of rebuilding, their approach to player development will be crucial, especially with a mix of veterans in the lineup. The starting five for Utah includes Lauri Markkanen, Walker Kessler, Taylor Hendricks, Collin Sexton, and Keyonte George, with tip-off scheduled for 7:00 pm MT.