Benjamin Franklin once said, “In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes. Meanwhile, hoops fans in Salt Lake City can tell you about a third certainty that exists in the world. Namely, injuries laying waste to the Utah Jazz roster (and, subsequently, their season).
Utah’s key offseason acquisition, George Hill, has already missed 10 games due to injury this season. With the Jazz in So-Cal to take on Los Angeles Lakers, that mark will hit 11 by night’s end. Hill reportedly did not travel with the team as he continues to nurse a sprained toe.