Jamal Crawford is starting for J.J. Redick (back) on Wednesday in Utah, the Orange County Register reports.

Crawford is starting for J.J. Redick (back) on Wednesday in Utah, the Orange County Register reports.

Analysis:

Redick is dealing with back spasms, which have bothered him periodically throughout his career. Last year, he missed 35 games due to a back concern, but the extent of his current ailment is unclear. In any case, Crawford enters the starting five, where he's averaged 15 points, two three-pointers, 1.5 rebounds, and 1.5 assists in 35 minutes in two starts this season.