Utah Jazz starting point guard Ricky Rubio is questionable to play when they take on the New York Knicks on Saturday at Vivint Smart Home Arena.

Ricky Rubio is dealing with back and knee contusions, according to Tony Jones of The Athletic. Rubio and Philadelphia 76ers big man Joel Embiid were involved in a collision on Thursday's matchup.

In his second season with the Jazz, Rubio is averaging 12.7 points, 3.7 rebounds and 6.3 assists per game. The 28-year-old is shooting 39.3 percent from the field, 33.8 percent from beyond the arc and 84.5 percent from the free-throw line.

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If Rubio can't play versus the Knicks, Utah will likely start Dante Exum at the point guard position. Exum is putting up 7.2 points, 1.6 rebounds and 2.3 assists in 35 games this campaign, all while shooting 42.4 percent overall, 30.9 percent from the 3-point line and 77.8 percent from the foul line.

After making it to the second-round of the playoffs last season, the Jazz are struggling this year. They are just 17-19 on the season, 12th place in the Western Conference standings. Utah is struggling on offense, as they are averaging just 106.9 points per game — 23rd in the NBA.

Rubio is one of the best floor generals in the league. He is usually looking to pass and set up his teammates before shooting his own shot. If he can't play against New York, it will be a blow to the Jazz's offense.