Lauri Markkanen News, Rumors, Updates - Utah Jazz

Jazz Star Lauri Markkanen Out Two Weeks With Hip, Ankle Injuries Suffered in Practice Jazz star Lauri Markkanen injured his hip and ankle in Utah practice on Wednesday.

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To be re-evaluated in two weeks Utah will re-evaluate Markkanen in two weeks after Thursday's MRI showed symptomatic hip impingement with associated inflammation and bone bruise, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact Markkanen suffered the injury during Wednesday's practice, and he's now set to miss at least two weeks while on the mend. John Konchar, Brice Sensabaugh and Kyle Filipowski should all see more chances to produce in Markkanen's absence.

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Deadspin | Jazz F Lauri Markkanen (hip, ankle) out vs. Pelicans Deadspin | Jazz F Lauri Markkanen (hip, ankle) out vs. Pelicans

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Listed out for Thursday Markkanen (ankle/hip) is listed out for Thursday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact Fantasy managers likely saw this designation coming based on how Utah has handled Markkanen in the past. With Markkanen sidelined, there will be more opportunities for guys like John Konchar, Brice Sensabaugh and Kyle Filipowski.

10 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Utah Jazz, Lauri Markkanen, & Fantasy Basketball Face Injury Skepticism from the NBA The Utah Jazz have been flagged by the NBA multiple times for blatant tanking, thus raising questions about Lauri Markkanen's injury status.

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Deemed questionable for Thursday Markkanen (ankle/hip) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Pelicans, Ben Anderson of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.

Impact Markkanen sprained his right ankle and sustained a right hip impingement during Wednesday's practice. He underwent an MRi shortly after, and his questionable designation likely means he avoided serious injury. Still, it wouldn't be surprising for Markannen to need a game or two off to recover.

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Suffers ankle/hip injury Wednesday Markkanen is scheduled to undergo an MRI after suffering a right ankle and right hip injury at Wednesday's practice, The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact The Jazz take on the Pelicans on Thursday, so for now, Markkanen should be considered doubtful for that one, and it wouldn't be surprising to see this turn into a multi-game absence for the Utah star. If Markkanen needs to miss time, that would open up minutes for John Konchar, Brice Sensabaugh and Kevin Love.

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Hits for team-high 29 in return Markkanen finished with 29 points (10-23 FG, 1-10 3Pt, 8-8 FT), three rebounds, two assists and two steals over 32 minutes during Monday's 125-105 loss to the Rockets.

Impact After missing the prior two games due to an illness, Markkanen was back on the court and led the Jazz in scoring on the night. The 29 points represented his best offensive performance since Jan. 8, when he dropped 33 points on the Mavericks. Markkanen's minutes could be erratic the rest of the season as a tanking Utah team pushes the envelope on what the league considers acceptable load management, and Monday's showing from three-point range suggests the 28-year-old forward may not be quite 100 percent yet.

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Good to go Monday Markkannen (illness) is available for Monday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Markkanen will push through an illness and suit up Monday after missing the previous two contests. Across six February appearances, the power forward is averaging 22.5 points, 6.8 rebounds and 1.7 assists while shooting 47.6 percent from the field and 35.9 percent from beyond the arc.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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Likely to play Monday Markkanen (illness) is probable for Monday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Markkanen is likely to return to action Monday after missing the last two games with an illness. Over his last five appearances, he holds averages of 21.6 points, 6.0 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 24.6 minutes per contest.

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George, Jazz square off against the Rockets

Utah faces Houston for a Western Conference matchup Monday

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Olivier Maxence Prosper scores 23, GG Jackson adds 20 as the Grizzlies defeat Jazz 123-114

Olivier-Maxence Prosper scored 23 points, GG Jackson added 20, and the Memphis Grizzlies put together a second-half rally to beat the Utah Jazz 123-114

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Not playing Friday Markkanen (illness) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Markkanen saw his injury status downgrade from questionable to doubtful, and the veteran forward will end up sitting out of Friday's game while battling through an illness. His absence means Kyle Filipowski, John Konchar and Kevin Love are all be poised for larger roles against Memphis. Markkanen's next opportunity to play is Monday against the Rockets.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to doubtful for Friday Markkanen (illness) has been downgraded to doubtful for Friday's game in Memphis.

Impact It appears that Markkanen will be held out of Friday's game, which should open up minutes for guys like Brice Sensabaugh, Kyle Filipowski and John Konchar. Check back closer to tipoff for official confirmation on Markkanen's status.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to questionable Markkanen (illness) is questionable for Friday's game versus Memphis.

Impact Markkanen wasn't on the initial injury report Utah released, and this downgrade is a concern for his fantasy managers. The Jazz have been super cautious with all their key players this season, and the NBA has already issued them a steep fine as a result. If Markkanen is held out, the Jazz will likely lean more on Brice Sensabaugh, Kyle Filipowski and John Konchar.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Friday Markkanen (rest) isn't listed on the injury report ahead of Friday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Markkanen took a seat for Utah's final game before the All-Star break, but he'll be back on the court for Friday's contest. He's been kept under 30 minutes in each of his last five appearances and is averaging 21.6 points, 6.0 rebounds and 1.6 assists over this stretch.

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NBA Commissioner Adam Silver talks anti-tanking options with GMs, AP sources say

The NBA is pushing new rules to cut down on tanking and keep teams trying to win

FEBRUARY 19 • Associated Press

Jazz's blatant tanking has overshadowed forgotten fact in Lauri Markkanen era No one is denying what the Jazz are doing, but what many forget is that this wasn't initially the plan.

FEBRUARY 19 • THEJNOTES.COM

Mark Cuban says the NBA should embrace tanking and criticizes recent punishments for teams

Mark Cuban says the NBA should embrace tanking and is criticizing the league for punishing teams that lose on purpose to improve draft outlooks

FEBRUARY 17 • Associated Press

Jazz forward Jaren Jackson Jr. undergoes surgery to remove growth in left knee

Utah Jazz forward Jaren Jackson Jr. underwent surgery on Tuesday to remove a growth in his left knee

FEBRUARY 17 • Associated Press

The Jazz finally granted Lauri Markkanen's long-time wish Lost in all the JJJ trade and tanking pandemonium lately, we're forgetting this key element.

FEBRUARY 17 • THEJNOTES.COM

Holiday and Clingan boost Trail Blazers to 135-119 win over Jazz

Jrue Holiday scored a season-high 31 points and Donovan Clingan added 23 points and 18 rebounds as the Portland Trail Blazers beat Utah 135-119, hours after the Jazz lost Jaren Jac...

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George, Jazz square off against the Rockets

Olivier Maxence Prosper scores 23, GG Jackson adds 20 as the Grizzlies defeat Jazz 123-114

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver talks anti-tanking options with GMs, AP sources say

Mark Cuban says the NBA should embrace tanking and criticizes recent punishments for teams

Jazz forward Jaren Jackson Jr. undergoes surgery to remove growth in left knee

Holiday and Clingan boost Trail Blazers to 135-119 win over Jazz