Watson won't be with Jazz against Timberwolves; Bell game-time decision

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Jazz backup point guard Earl Watson (moderate left ankle sprain) will not be with the team for a game Thursday against Minnesota. Utah starting shooting guard Raja Bell (strained left adductor) is a game-time decision.

Watson left the Jazz to visit Dr. Michael Sheps, who previously treated the veteran guard after Watson sprained his ankle Feb. 1 during a a home loss to the Los Angeles Clippers.Brian T. SmithTwitter: @tribjazz