The Golden State Warriors are starting a long seven-game road trip on Wednesday with the first game against the Utah Jazz. The two sides have already locked horns twice before this season, with the Dubs grabbing both wins. The more recent win came just a few days ago where the Warriors made easy work of the Jazz winning, 114-103. Now, Golden State will be eyeing a sweep over Utah.

That said, both teams are bitten by the injury bug. Jazz more so, with them missing several of their key players for the clash. This could affect the result of the game. On the flip side, the Warriors could take a sigh of relief amid their injury crisis with a key piece on the way for his return. So, let’s take a look at their respective injury reports for a much better understanding.

Golden State Warriors vs Utah Jazz injury reports

Beginning with the question to which every Dubs fan needs the answer: Will Draymond Green and Andrew Wiggins return to the court tonight? Well, fortunately, Green’s status has finally been updated to questionable. The 34-year-old has been a key piece to the way the Warriors play. Moreover, he’s been sidelined with a left calf strain and missed several games. Well, might just be making a return to the hardwood tonight.

As for Wiggins, he’s on day-to-day after sustaining a left hip soreness. This means he could also play if cleared by the Warriors medical staff. That said, Golden State does have other injuries. Jonathan Kuminga is the most notable absence due to a left calf strain. Lastly, Moses Moody is also listed as doubtful for the matchup due to a back issue.

On the flip side, things are relatively bad for the Jazz. They could have to line up without superstar Lauri Markkanen. He’s questionable after suffering a lower back injury. That’s a massive blow for the Jazz. However, they have much more to worry about because Collin Sexton is ruled out with a left ankle sprain. Additionally, Cody Williams and Taylor Hendricks are also out of the matchup. So, it’s clear that both teams will have some changes to their starting five. So, let’s see how they can line up.

Warriors and Jazz’s predicted starting five for tonight’s showdown

Injuries have affected both sides so, there will be several changes in tonight’s game. For the Warriors, if Green and Wiggins make a return they’ll mostly likely assume the starting roles at their respective positions. So far, Wiggins has been the Dubs’ number-two scoring man behind Curry. He’s averaging 17.6 points, 2.4 assists, and 4.6 rebounds. While for the Jazz, they’ll have to navigate without point guard Collin Sexton. He’s amid a stellar season averaging 18.3 points, and 4.1 assists. So, let’s see how the two stack up against each other.

Here’s how the Warriors can lineup:

Here’s how the Jazz can lineup:

To sum it up, the Warriors are heading into this game as clear favorites. That’s because of two main factors. First, the Jazz have only one win in their last ten games, suggesting they aren’t a competitive team. Next, is their injury woes. They’ll be without Collin Sexton who’s one of their most prominent players this season. That said, Golden State should be able to complete a season sweep over Utah as the ball hits the air tonight.