Utah Jazz: Raja bell out tonight, Al Jefferson ankle still causing problems

Published: Monday, Jan. 30 2012 6:20 p.m. MST

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The Utah Jazz have been fortunate for the most part in terms of avoiding the injury bug this season.

"It's unfortunate he got hurt. I thought he was coming along really well before he got hurt," Corbin said. "He was really getting used to things. We were starting to expand some of the calls with him in the game. He missed some time and now his timing's off again."

But Corbin liked how Howard, who really struggled in his first two games back, was more patient in Saturday's win.

"Tonight I think he'll relax a little more. He's a veteran guy. He knows how to pace himself a little bit," Corbin said. "He's going to be on the floor a little bit more tonight, so there's not as much a sense of urgency. We need him to have a big game for us."

This will be Favors' third start at center in place of Jefferson, who missed last Wednesday's double-overtime loss to Toronto and a Dec. 30 win against Philadelphia.

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B Russ

Ephraim, UT

Sounds like the young fellas will be getting more playing time tonight. It will be interesting to watch their development against one of our biggest rivals. Hope they can all bring tonight and show us more of what we've been longing to see! Let's More..

12:54 p.m. Jan. 30, 2012
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redcliffs

Ivins, Utah

Here is a shout out to Portland Trailblazer!! Where are you my friend? I would like to see you call your shot before the game because we all know if the Blazers win you will be Mr. know it all tomorrow. Of course if the Jazz win you'll stay buried in More..