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It's still uncertain what the Utah Jazz's complete 2010-11 roster will look like, but one more piece of the puzzle has been added. On Wednesday, the franchise signed journeyman center Francisco Elson to a contract, which will be finalized after the free agent undergoes a physical. Deseret News

Utah Jazz, Free Agency, Francisco Elson 

The Utah Jazz have moved closer to signing free agent veteran center Francisco Elson. The Jazz have targeted Elson during recent weeks as a reiiable, defensive-minded fill in for injured center Mehmet Okur. Salt Lake Tribune

Utah Jazz, Free Agency, Francisco Elson 

The Utah Jazz are expected to soon sign veteran center Francisco Elson. Calvin Andrews, Elson's agent, said Thursday an agreement has been reached in principle for a guaranteed contract for an undisclosed duration. Elson, who is in the Netherlands, must complete a physical before the deal is finalized. "I'm glad it worked out," Andrews said. "I'm glad for Francisco, and I'm glad for the Jazz." Utah general manager Kevin O'Connor is on vacation and could not be reached for comment. Salt Lake Tribune

Utah Jazz, Kevin O'Connor, Francisco Elson 

The Utah Jazz are expected to soon sign veteran center Francisco Elson. Calvin Andrews, Elson's agent, said Thursday an agreement has been reached in principle for a guaranteed contract for an undisclosed duration. Elson, who is in the Netherlands, must complete a physical before the deal is finalized. "I'm glad it worked out," Andrews said. "I'm glad for Francisco, and I'm glad for the Jazz." Salt Lake Tribune

Utah Jazz, Francisco Elson 

Jorge Sierra: Free agent center Francisco Elson is leaning towards signing with the Utah Jazz, one source told HoopsHype. Twitter

Utah Jazz, Free Agency, Francisco Elson 

Jorge Sierra: Free agent center Francisco Elson has worked out for the Utah Jazz, one source told HoopsHype. Twitter

Utah Jazz, Free Agency, Francisco Elson 

The Hawks still are in the market for a center (I’ve still heard nothing to indicate they are seeking a wing) and they have veterans Francisco Elson, Brian Skinner and Josh Boone on their radar. Not so much Kwame Brown, who is thought to still be seeking a deal for more than the vet minimum. Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Atlanta Hawks, Free Agency, Kwame Brown, Francisco Elson, Brian Skinner, Josh Boone