Utah without Kirilenko and Brewer is not an example I'd place much value in... if I were them I'd certainly have less confidence. AK had enjoyed a really productive stretch with a nice run of health. Their play has really taken a hit with him going down
If you read these boards regularly, it is easy to not realize that we have been quite successful lately (10-2 in our last 12), and are on track to have a very good record... despite all the injuries this year.
Phoenix and Utah are very tough for us. Even back in the Clyde/Terry days. I just thought I would point this win streak out because it is always so negative around here. If we lose tonight, I'm sure it will be suicide watch time again in this place!