Darius Garland Cleared to Play Despite Hand Contusion; Battling Injuries

Darius Garland was cleared to play Thursday despite a right hand contusion, following an impressive 29-point, 6-assist performance Tuesday. He continues to battle toe and back injuries from the offseason, impacting his efficiency and quickness. Discussions persist about his pairing with Donovan Mitchell, as Garland-led units have a lower scoring rate, though coach Kenny Atkinson notes his soldier-like effort to return to form.