Lauri Markkanen News, Rumors, Updates - Utah Jazz

Vucevic's layup helps Bulls overcome Sensabaugh, Jazz for 128-126 win

Nikola Vucevic made a tiebreaking layup with 4 seconds remaining, and the Chicago Bulls overcame Brice Sensabaugh’s career-high 43 points to beat the Utah Jazz 128-126 on Wednesday...

1 HOUR AGO • Associated Press

Out with illness Markkanen is out for Wednesday's game against the Bulls due to an illness.

Impact The star forward has a short turnaround if he wants to suit up in time for Thursday's matchup in Dallas. With Markkanen taking a seat Wednesday, Brice Sensabaugh appears to be worth streaming in the majority of fantasy leagues. Kyle Filipowski could also see an uptick in minutes, given that Kevin Love is resting.

8 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Bulls vs Jazz injury report: Coby White, Lauri Markkanen, Josh Giddey, and more Coby White returns as the Chicago Bulls take on a Lauri Markkanen-less Utah Jazz in a key matchup.

9 HOURS AGO • PIPPENAINTEASY.COM

Downgraded to doubtful Markkanen (illness) is now doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Markkanen recently popped up on the morning injury report as questionable, but he continues to trend in the wrong direction, and it appears the Jazz will play it safe on the front end of this back-to-back set. With Markkanen likely to sit, the Jazz could lean more on Kyle Filipowski, while Talyor Hendricks could crack the rotation.

11 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Lauri Markkanen's status takes unfortunate turn before Jazz-Bulls | Sporting News The Utah Jazz could be without the top star Lauri Markkanen against the Chicago Bulls.

13 HOURS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Questionable for Wednesday Markkanen (illness) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Markkanen was a late addition to the injury report, presumably after waking up under the weather. Wednesday's game is the front end of a back-to-back set, and it's worth noting that the Jazz are usually cautious with Markkanen. If he sits out, guys like Taylor Hendricks and Kyle Filipowski could be more involved.

13 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chicago plays Utah in non-conference showdown

Chicago and Utah play in non-conference action

21 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Blunt conversation and hard work propels Jazz guard Keyonte George to the brink of NBA stardom

Keyonte George is making a strong case for Most Improved Player in the NBA

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Double-double in Monday's win Markkanen logged 28 points (8-16 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 9-12 FT), 12 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 36 minutes during Monday's 123-112 win over the Cavaliers.

Impact The double-double was his fourth of the season, with three of them coming in his last 10 games dating back to Dec. 15. While Markkanen's had trouble staying on the court, he's been very productive when he is in the lineup, averaging 28.8 points, 8.4 boards, 2.7 threes, 2.5 assists and 1.5 steals over that 10-game stretch.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

DOMINANT win over CAVS ⚔️ | UTAH JAZZ

2 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Jazz bounce back after a 55-point loss and beat Cavaliers 123-112

Keyonte George scored 32 points as the Utah Jazz defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 123-112

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

🇫🇮 MARKKANEN BLOCK ➡️ SENSABAUGH SCORE

2 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Will play Monday Markkanen (rest) is not being listed on the injury report ahead of Monday's matchup with the Cavs.

Impact Markkanen took a rest day Saturday, but he'll be back in action Monday evening, which will likely shift Taylor Hendricks back to the second unit. Jusuf Nurkic (toe) is also on track to play, so with both Nurkic and Markkanen active, Kyle Anderson could drop from the rotation entirely.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Robert Horry explains why Lauri Markkanen is untouchable in Utah: "Only person you would trade him for would be someone like a Cooper Flagg" Robert Horry explains why Lauri Markkanen will not get traded in the 2026 midseason trade window.

3 DAYS AGO • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

Utah plays Cleveland on 4-game road slide

Utah will try to end its four-game road skid when the Jazz face Cleveland

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Hornets build a 47-point lead in the 1st half and rout the Jazz 150-95

Brandon Miller scored 18 points, LaMelo Ball had 17 and the Charlotte Hornets built a 47-point lead in the first half of a 150-95 rout against the Utah Jazz

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Ruled out for Saturday Markkanen (rest) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Markkanen will get Saturday night off, and his next opportunity to play will come Monday against the Cavaliers. With the 28-year-old forward unavailable, Cody Williams, Taylor Hendricks and Kyle Anderson are candidates to see increased playing time.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

George and the Jazz take on Bridges and the Hornets

The Utah Jazz take on the Charlotte Hornets in out-of-conference play

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

LAURI goes for 33 vs MAVS 🇫🇮| UTAH JAZZ

5 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Erupts for 33 points Markkanen collected 33 points (14-26 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 3-6 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and two blocks in 40 minutes during Thursday's 116-114 win over the Mavericks.

Impact Markkanen was particularly effective down the stretch of Thursday's clash, adding 10 points in the fourth quarter to ensure victory. He's shouldered a heavy workload lately, averaging 39.0 minutes over his last five appearances, and he's paid it off by putting up 28.2 points per game over this stretch.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Lauri Markkanen scores 33, rallies the Jazz to a 116-114 win over the Mavericks

Lauri Markkanen had 33 points and seven rebounds and the Utah Jazz snapped a five-game losing streak with a 116-114 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Jazz take on the Mavericks on 4-game slide

Utah aims to break its four-game slide when the Utah Jazz play Dallas

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

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JANUARY 8 • YOUTUBE

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 46 points as Thunder halt rare skid with OT win over Jazz

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 46 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Utah Jazz 129-125 in overtime Wednesday night to snap a two-game losing skid

JANUARY 8 • Associated Press

Delivers double-double in OT loss Markkanen generated 29 points (11-19 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 13 rebounds, one assist and one steal across 44 minutes of Wednesday's 129-125 overtime loss to the Thunder.

Impact Markkanen notched his third double-double of the campaign, and he fell just one point short of his 13th game of 30 points. Since the start of December, Markkanen has averaged 27.5 points, 8.3 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.3 steals across 27.5 minutes.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

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