Both teams have key contributors who will either miss the game or have their status in question. The Jazz will be without Collin Sextin (ankle) and Jordan Clarkson (foot), while Cody Williams (ankle) is questionable.

The Phoenix Suns rule Kevin Durant as out against the Oklahoma City Thunder due to an ankle injury amid rising trade rumors.

This is The Athletic’s daily sports newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Pulse directly in your inbox. Good morning! Block a punt today. Deadline Intel: It always comes back to KD The week leading into the NBA trade deadline peaked early this year,