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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.
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 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
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'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 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-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 ...
2 best trades Jazz must make before 2025 NBA trade deadline
Here we will discuss the two best trades that the Utah Jazz must make before the 2025 NBA trade deadline arrives.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores career-high 54 in Thunder’s 123-114 win over Jazz
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored a career-high 54 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Utah Jazz 123-114.
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores career-high 54 points as Thunder beat Jazz
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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 ...
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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 ...
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, ...