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Andy Larsen: Lauri Markkanen hates tanking, too. It’s time for the NBA to make changes.
The Jazz are tanking, which has been tough on their veteran players. What do they think about it, and what can change?
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen Gets Real on Tanking Among NBA Teams
And when it comes to losing, the Jazz and Markkanen have seen a significant amount of that in Salt Lake City this season. Utah currently has the second-worst win-loss in the entire NBA through half the year, and currently lie on a five-game losing streak during their latest stretch of games.
Lauri Markkanen on tanking: I don't think purposefully losing should be part of professional sports
In particular, at the Jazz’s practice in between their two games against the New Orleans Pelicans, I went up to Lauri Markkanen and just asked him frankly: “What do you think about tanking?” He
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Scores 17 points in return
Markkanen posted 17 points (7-17 FG, 3-10 3Pt), six rebounds and one block in 30 minutes during Wednesday's 123-114 loss to the Thunder.
Lauri Markkanen criticises tanking
Lauri Markkanen has expressed his displeasure with the idea of ​​tanking in the NBA after renewing his contract with the Utah Jazz for 238 million euros.
Jazz Deliver Status Update on Lauri Markkanen vs Thunder
The Utah Jazz got some good news regarding one of their top contributors. Lauri Markkanen will be suiting up for the Jazz for the first time since January 11 versus the Oklahoma City Thunder. Markkanen had missed Utah’s previous four contests due to a back injury.
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Upgraded to available
Markkanen has missed the past four games for Utah, but he was able to shed this questionable tag. In addition to Markkanen, John Collins (hip) will also be returning for the Jazz. With this news, guys like Kyle Filipowski and Svi Mykhailiuk are likely to be less involved Wednesday.
Jazz-Pelicans Injury Report: Markkanen & Kessler Status Updates
The Utah Jazz hit the road on Friday to face the New Orleans Pelicans. Both teams will be missing key contributors heading ...
Likelihood of Jimmy Butler trade to Suns increases following Phoenix-Utah deal: Source
On Tuesday, the Suns traded their 2031 unprotected first-round pick to the Jazz in exchange for first-round picks in 2025, ...
Thunder vs Jazz score, live updates: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, OKC lead Utah in 4Q
It's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder against Lauri Markkanen and the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night at ...
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Utah Jazz Fall Short in Defensive Battle Against Heat: Three Takeaways
The spirit of the group was great.” Productive starts from Collin Sexton (nine points) and Lauri Markkanen (nine points) helped Utah jump out to an early 10-point lead in the opening quarter.
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With rookie first-rounder Cody Williams (ankle) out against Oklahoma City, Utah may be forced to turn to Kyle Filipowski to handle heavy minutes. Markkanen (back) is questionable for Wednesday's ...
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Justin Zanik explains why Jazz made 3-for-1 trade as Utah falls to Thunder
Utah Jazz general manager Justin Zanik looked out on the court and saw what he hopes will be his team’s future. Four of the five players on the court for the Oklahoma City Thunder — the top team in ...
LeBron James picked for 21st straight All-Star Game, extending NBA record
LeBron James is extending his All-Star records. The NBA revealed the starters — some of them, anyway — for the revamped ...
Jazz vs Thunder Game Highlights
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tallied a career-high 54 points (17-35 FG, 17-18 FTs) along with 8 rebounds and 5 assists as the Thunder defeated the Jazz, 123-114. Top Performers – Utah John Collins – 22 ...