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Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Reaches extension with Utah
Marrkanen (shoulder) agreed to a five-year, $238 million contract extension with the Utah Jazz on Wednesday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.The extension includes a renegotiation of his 2024-25 salary, with Lauri Markkanen earning another $24 million on top of the $18 million he was already fully guaranteed. With the extension, Markkanen will not be eligible to be traded prior to the Feb. 6 deadline, so the forward could be in store for a long-term stay in Utah. Markkanen will be a popular target early on in fantasy drafts during the upcoming season after averaging 23.2 points, 8.2 rebounds, 3.2 three-pointers, 2.0 assists in 33.1 minutes per game over 55 appearances in 2023-24.
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Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Will sign extension with Utah
Lauri Markkanen (shoulder) is expected to sign a long-term extension with the Utah Jazz, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports Tuesday.One of the most coveted trade targets on the market is now staying put, and a deal could be signed as soon as Wednesday. Markkanen would therefore be ineligible to be traded during the 2024-25 season, and the deal will keep him on the books through 2029. While specifics aren't known yet, Charania is reporting that the deal is expected to be upwards of $200 million which would make this the richest contract in Jazz history. Over the last two campaigns with the Jazz, Markkanen compiled regular-season averages of 24.4 points, 8.4 rebounds and 1.9 assists.
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Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Out for FIBA Qualifying Tournament
Lauri Markkanen (shoulder) will not play for Finland during the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament in July, Evan Sidery of Forbes Sports reports.Markkanen is still rehabbing a right shoulder injury which forced him out of Utah's last nine games. The 27-year-old will not rush his recovery to play in the qualifier, as he is expected to return to on-court activities in August. Markkanen played in 55 games for the Utah Jazz last season, averaging 23.2 points, 8.2 rebounds and 2.0 assists while shooting 48.0 percent from the field.
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Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: To be re-evaluated in two weeks
Lauri Markkanen (shoulder) will be re-evaluated in two weeks, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.Markkanen continues to experience discomfort, and an MRI confirmed that he aggravated his previous right shoulder impingement. With just a little over two weeks remaining in the season, it's very possible that his regular season is over. At best, he could return for the finale on April 14, but there won't be much incentive to rush him back. Guys like Taylor Hendricks, Brice Sensabaugh and Johnny Juzang could see a bump in playing time with this news.
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Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Sitting out Friday
Lauri Markkanen (shoulder) won't play in Friday's matchup with the Rockets.Markkanen will be sidelined for the second time in four games due to right shoulder soreness. In Markkanen's absence, Johnny Juzang and Brice Sensabaugh will presumably see extended roles. Markkanen's next chance to suit up will come Sunday against the Kings.
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Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Questionable for Friday
Lauri Markkanen is questionable for Friday's game against the Rockets due to right shoulder soreness, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.This is the first we're hearing of a shoulder injury for Markkanen, but we'll have a better idea of his status for Friday night based on his activity level at shootaround. If he is forced to the sidelines, that would open up minutes for Johnny Juzang (back) and Brice Sensabaugh.
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Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Massive workload in loss
Lauri Markkanen ended Wednesday's 118-111 loss to the Spurs with 25 points (8-17 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 6-6 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one steal across 42 minutes.Markkanen's team-high 42 minutes marked his second-most playing time in a game this season. This is encouraging, considering the 26-year-old forward has missed eight of Utah's last 12 contests. Since the beginning of 2024, Markkanen has been shooting 42.0 percent on 7.7 three-point attempts per game.
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Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Cleared to play vs. San Antonio
Lauri Markkanen (quadriceps) is available for Wednesday's game against the Spurs.Markkanen was questionable for Wednesday's matchup due to a right quadriceps contusion, but he'll be able to suit up for the fifth time this month. He's been productive when on the court recently, averaging 25.7 points and 7.3 rebounds in 33.7 minutes per game over his last three appearances. It seems as though he'll be able to handle a sizable workload Wednesday despite his recent absences.
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Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Questionable for Wednesday
Lauri Markkanen is questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Spurs with a right quadriceps contusion, Ben Anderson of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.Markkanen has played in just four out of 12 games in March to this point, and the Utah Jazz have been very cautious with the forward during the second half of the season. If Markkanen is unable to play, players such as Brice Sensabaugh, Taylor Hendricks and Luka Samanic could see more action.
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Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Leads all scorers in loss
Lauri Markkanen notched 34 points (10-19 FG, 6-9 3Pt, 8-8 FT), seven rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 34 minutes during Monday's 115-105 loss to the Mavericks.Markkanen scored a game-high 34 points Monday, once again returning from an ongoing quad issue. While managers have to be thrilled with this performance, they should also prepare for what could be another missed game Wednesday against the Spurs. The Utah Jazz have basically thrown in the towel at this point, meaning Markkanen's workload could be managed down the stretch.
