The play the Utah Jazz on at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City. The team is trying to end a two-game losing streak and will likely have its captain and starting point guard available.
and is expected to play. His presence keeps the Knicks’ main lineup intact as the team continues its current road trip.
New York Knicks enter the game after consecutive losses
New York Knicks come into the matchup with a 41-25 record. The team lost its last two games against the Los Angeles Lakers and the Los Angeles Clippers.
Karl-Anthony Towns led the Knicks in the loss to the Clippers with 35 points and 12 rebounds. Despite the recent results, New York remains one of the stronger teams in the Eastern Conference.
The Jazz have struggled in recent games. Utah has won only two of its last ten contests.
Jalen Brunson has continued to produce during this stretch. He is averaging 26 points and six assists per game this season. Over the last ten games, he has averaged 21.3 points and 8.4 assists.
After the game in Utah, the Knicks will continue their road trip with a matchup against the Indiana Pacers.
Latest update on Jalen Brunson’s injury status (March 11, 2026)
The NBA injury report released on March 11 around 3 PM ET does not list Jalen Brunson with any injury designation.
He is expected to play when the game begins at 9 PM ET.
Brunson has taken part in recent games and warmups, including the March 8 matchup in Los Angeles. There has been no indication of a current injury issue.
If all starters are available, New York is expected to open with Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby, Mikal Bridges, Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart.
New York Knicks injury report (March 11, 2026)
New York Knicks have several players unavailable, which could increase Brunson’s role in the offense.
|
Player |
Status |
Injury |
|
Miles McBride |
Out |
Core muscle / pelvic surgery (out until playoffs) |
|
Dillon Jones |
Out |
Undisclosed |
|
Josh Hart |
Questionable |
Left knee discomfort / back |
Mitchell Robinson is also dealing with an ankle injury and is listed as day-to-day. If he cannot play, Ariel Hukporti or Trey Jemison III could see time at center.
The roster still revolves around Brunson, Towns, Anunoby and Bridges. Jordan Clarkson is among the additions who provide depth.
Utah Jazz injury report
Utah also has several players on the injury report before the game.
|
Player |
Status |
Injury |
|
Keyonte George |
Questionable |
Illness |
|
Jaren Jackson Jr. |
Out |
Undisclosed |
|
Walker Kessler |
Out |
Undisclosed |
|
Sam Merrill |
Out |
Undisclosed |
|
Jusuf Nurkic |
Out |
Undisclosed |
With those absences, Utah will rely on players such as Lauri Markkanen, Isaiah Collier, Kyle Filipowski, Brice Sensabaugh and Cody Williams.
The Jazz have averaged 112.8 points per game over their last ten contests.
What Jalen Brunson’s availability means for New York Knicks
Jalen Brunson being available keeps the Knicks’ offense stable. He leads the team in scoring and handles most of the playmaking responsibilities.
New York Knicks won the previous meeting between the teams earlier this season by a score of 146-112.
