Utah Jazz: Deron Williams to have MRI

Published: Thursday, Jan. 27 2011 3:39 p.m. MST

Deron Williams of the Utah Jazz passes the ball between George Hill (behind) and Antonio McDyess of the San Antonio Spurs during the first half of play at Energy Solutions Arena Wednesday, January 26, 2011.

Brian Nicholson, Deseret News

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Summary

Deron Williams will have an MRI performed on the right wrist he injured against the Spurs today, and the results will be announced on Friday.

SALT LAKE CITY — Deron Williams will have an MRI performed on the right wrist he injured against the Spurs today, and the results will be announced on Friday.

Williams suffered a hyper-extended wrist in the first quarter of Utah's 112-105 loss to San Antonio. He continued to play and finished with 39 points and nine assists.

Williams did not speak to the media prior to the Jazz's practice this morning.

Raja Bell and Kyrylo Fesenko did not practice today. Bell was out with neck and shoulder soreness. Fesenko is still dealing with a sinus infection and wasn't present at practice.

Forward Paul Millsap practiced with his severely bruised right thumb heavily taped.

The Jazz play Minnesota at EnergySolutions Arena on Friday night. Millsap is expected to play, while the others' status is yet to be determined.

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