Phoenix aims to break its four-game slide when the Phoenix Suns play Utah. Friday's game will be the second meeting this season between the two teams.

According to the Jazz's injury report, Walker Kessler has been ruled out vs. the Hornets with shoulder bursitis, officially marking his first absence of the 2025-26 regular season. Kessler, now in his fourth year with the Jazz, has gotten off to a hot start this regular season campaign through the five games he's played.

Utah Jazz waive center Mo Bamba ahead of the 2025–26 season as the team finalizes its roster and frontcourt rotation.

Charlotte will try to break its three-game slide when the Charlotte Hornets play Utah. Sunday's matchup is the first this season between the squads.