Konchar closed with six points (2-4 FG, 2-2 3Pt), four rebounds and two assists in 30 minutes during Monday's 122-113 loss to the Cavaliers.
Konchar failed to record a defensive stat, continuing what has been a quiet period on that end of the court. In seven games over the past two weeks, he has averaged just 1.7 combined steals and blocks per contest, less than ideal for someone considered a defensive streamer. While he does still warrant some attention, should you need a boost in either of those categories, he is obviously not the most trustworthy option.
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Jazz's John Konchar: Not starting Friday
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Konchar won't start Friday's game against the Nuggets.
Konchar started Utah's last two outings but will retreat to the second unit Friday. The 30-year-old forward has averaged 4.0 points and 3.4 rebounds in 21.2 minutes per contest over his last five outings off the bench.
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Jazz's John Konchar: Season-high 14 rebounds
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Konchar chipped in eight points (4-9 FG, 0-3 3Pt), 14 rebounds, five assists, three blocks and one steal over 38 minutes during Wednesday's 133-110 loss to the Wizards.
Konchar chipped in across the board, including a season-high 14 rebounds. Fresh off a 19-point performance, Konchar has put himself back on the standard league radar, albeit only as a stream consideration. For anyone seeking a jack-of-all-trades, Konchar is worth a look, if and when he is given the green light to take the court.
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Jazz's John Konchar: Ties career scoring high Monday
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Konchar accumulated 19 points (4-5 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 8-8 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one block across 23 minutes during Monday's 143-127 loss to Toronto.
Making his third start in eight March appearances, Konchar tied his career scoring high, matching a mark he set Nov. 18, 2022, as a member of the Grizzlies. The 30-year-old forward hadn't scored in double digits since Dec. 2 during the current campaign, and his inconsistent usage and production make him tough to roster even as a DFS punt play.
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Jazz's John Konchar: Getting start vs. Toronto
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Konchar is in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Raptors, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Konchar will slide into the starting lineup with Cody Williams (shoulder) sidelined Monday. Konchar hasn't provided much of a scoring punch of late, but he's managed to contribute on the glass and as a defender, averaging 5.6 rebounds and 2.0 steals over his last five showings.
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Jazz's John Konchar: Good to go Saturday
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Konchar (quadriceps) is available for Saturday's game against the 76ers.
Konchar is set to return from a one-game absence. He's likely to see a very modest role off the bench Saturday.
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Jazz's John Konchar: Trending toward playing Saturday
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Konchar (quadriceps) has been upgraded from questionable to probable for Saturday's game against the 76ers, Ben Anderson of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.
It looks like Konchar will return from a one-game absence due to a right quad contusion. He played 13 minutes in Wednesday's 147-111 loss to the Timberwolves and finished with three points, five rebounds, one assist and one steal. Konchar could see an uptick in minutes Saturday due to the absence of Brice Sensabaugh (illness).
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Jazz's John Konchar: Ruled out for Thursday
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Konchar (quadriceps) is out for Thursday's game against the Bucks.
Konchar had missed three straight games due to a left calf injury before returning to action for Wednesday's 147-111 loss to the Timberwolves, finishing with three points, five rebounds, one assist and one steal in 13 minutes. He's now nursing a right quad contusion coming out of that contest and will be sidelined for the second leg of a back-to-back set.
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Jazz's John Konchar: Unlikely to play Thursday
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Konchar is doubtful for Thursday's game against the Bucks with right quadriceps contusion.
After missing three straight games due to a left calf injury, Konchar returned to action for Wednesday's loss to the Timberwolves. Despite playing only 13 minutes in that contest, Konchar is now nursing a new injury that will put him in danger of missing the second leg of the Jazz's back-to-back set.
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Jazz's John Konchar: Available to play
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Konchar (calf) is available for Wednesday's game in Minnesota, Ben Anderson of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.
Konchar may have his minutes monitored in his first game back from a three-game absence, but his return could mean less playing time for Andersson Garcia. Through 13 games with the Jazz, Konchar has averaged 2.9 points, 4.2 rebounds and 2.2 steals per game.
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Jazz's John Konchar: Upgraded to probable
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Konchar (calf) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves.
Konchar was previously listed as questionable after missing three straight games. The veteran is averaging 1.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 2.3 steals over his last four appearances, and his playing time could dwindle even more if Ace Bailey (concussion) is cleared to suit up.
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Jazz's John Konchar: Questionable to face Minnesota
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Konchar (calf) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves.
Konchar is in danger of missing the front end of this back-to-back set due to left calf injury management, which would mark his fourth straight game on the inactive list. If the 29-year-old forward is ultimately ruled out, Andersson Garcia and Brice Sensabaugh would be candidates to see an uptick in playing time.
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Jazz's John Konchar: Not playing Sunday
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Konchar (calf) is out for Sunday's game against the Kings.
Konchar will miss a third consecutive game while dealing with a left calf problem, and it's unclear when he'll be able to return to action. His next chance to play will come against the Timberwolves on Wednesday.
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Jazz's John Konchar: Out again Friday
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Konchar (calf) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Konchar will miss his second consecutive game while tending to a left calf issue. His next opportunity to run the floor will arrive Sunday in Sacramento.
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Jazz's John Konchar: Ruled out Wednesday
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Konchar is out for Wednesday's game against the Knicks due to left calf soreness.
Wednesday is Konchar's first absence since Feb. 5. Friday's matchup in Portland marks his next chance to play. The likes of Brice Sensabaugh, Cody Williams and Elijah Harkless should see an uptick in playing time versus New York.
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Jazz's John Konchar: Iffy for Wednesday
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Konchar is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Knicks due to left calf soreness.
The calf issue is a new concern for Konchar, who has played at least 26 minutes in each of Utah's last three games, including two starts. If the 29-year-old forward is ultimately ruled out, Brice Sensabaugh and Blake Hinson would be candidates for increased playing time.
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Jazz's John Konchar: Running with starters
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Konchar is starting Monday's game against the Warriors.
Konchar will join the first unit Monday with Ace Bailey (illness) listed out. Konchar failed to score in 37 minutes during his last start Thursday against Washington, but he managed to contribute elsewhere by racking up five rebounds, four assists, five steals and one block.
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Jazz's John Konchar: Back to bench
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Konchar will come off the bench for Saturday's game against the Bucks.
The Jazz will move Oscar Tshiebwe into the first unit for this contest. With so many injuries in Utah, Konchar is likely to maintain a decent role with the second unit.
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Jazz's John Konchar: Joining starting five
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Konchar is in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Wizards.
Konchar will enter the starting five with Lauri Markkanen (hip) remaining sidelined. Konchar contributed across the board in his last start Feb. 26 against the Pelicans, as he finished with four points, five rebounds, one assist, five steals and two blocks in 26 minutes.
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Jazz's John Konchar: Limited minutes in loss
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Konchar amassed three points (1-3 FG, 1-3 3Pt), two rebounds and two steals in 15 minutes during Saturday's 115-105 loss to the Pelicans.
Konchar not only moved back to the bench, but he also logged just 15 minutes, the fewest he has played since arriving in Utah. While his role is seemingly going to shift on a nightly basis, he did manage to rack up another two steals, bringing his total steals to 17 in his past five games. Given the uncertainty, managers should view him as nothing more than a schedule-based streaming consideration.
