"Jazz forward Andrei Kirilenko made it through 31 games.

After showing up for training camp in improved shape and playing a key role in Utah's early season success, the often-injured 10-year veteran was forced to miss his first contest of the season Wednesday night against the Clippers due to a lower back strain.

Kirilenko suffered the injury Monday during the second quarter of a loss to Portland. While he is able to walk freely, Kirilenko is unable to bend or jump without pain. He estimated that he will be out 1-2 days, acknowledging that playing Saturday versus Memphis is more likely than taking the court tonight versus the Blazers."