Lauri Markkanen News, Rumors, Updates - Utah Jazz

Ironic Lauri Markkanen trade idea would set Jazz up for next decade This team would give the Jazz golden assets, but only if they would be willing to part with them!

6 HOURS AGO • THEJNOTES.COM

Not listed on injury report Markkanen (groin) isn't listed on Utah's injury report for Friday's game against the Pistons.

Impact After resting the second leg of a back-to-back set Tuesday versus Memphis, Markkanen is on track to suit up Friday, along with Jusuf Nurkic (rest). Markkanen has missed four of Utah's past seven games to manage his workload, but he's been productive when available, averaging 27.2 points, 9.7 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.0 steals in 35.0 minutes per game across six December appearances.

18 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jazz take on the Pistons on 4-game slide

Utah will try to stop its four-game slide when the Utah Jazz play Detroit

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Drastic Draymond Green trade may be best way for Warriors to save themselves The Golden State Warriors should seriously consider trading Draymond Green to the Utah Jazz for Lauri Markkanen.

2 DAYS AGO • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Won't play Tuesday Markkanen (groin) won't play Tuesday against the Grizzlies.

Impact Tuesday's game is the second leg of a back-to-back set, and Markkanen is being held out for right groin injury management. In other words, he's being held out for rest. This was a common occurrence in 2024-25, and it's a reason for his fantasy managers to be nervous.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nuggets jump out to a 19-0 lead and rout the Jazz 135-112

Jamal Murray and the Denver Nuggets raced out to a 19-0 lead in the opening four minutes and tied a franchise record for 3-pointers with 24, cruising to a 135-112 victory over the...

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Available for Monday Markkanen (groin) is available for Monday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Markkanen is set to return following a two-game absence. With Markkanen returning, Kyle Filipowski's upside will take a hit, and Taylor Hendricks could be less involved for Utah. There's no word on any restrictions for Markkanen.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Monday Markkanen (groin) is questionable for Monday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Markkanen has missed the past two games for Utah, but he remains day-to-day. Monday's game is the front end of a back-to-back set, so it's possible Markkanen may miss one of these for maintenance reasons.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

An overtime loss brings teaching moments for the young Jazz The Utah Jazz faced their second straight game without Lauri Markkanen on Saturday night, and predictably, things weren't easy for them agai...

5 DAYS AGO • THEJNOTES.COM

George, Jazz to visit Jokic, Nuggets

Utah takes on Denver for a Western Conference matchup Monday

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Desmond Bane scores 32 points, including winning layup, to lead Magic past Jazz in OT

Desmond Bane scored 32 points, including the winning layup with 0.9 seconds left in overtime, to help the Orlando Magic edge the Utah Jazz 128-127

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Won't play Saturday Markkanen (groin) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Magic.

Impact Markkanen will miss a second straight game due to right groin injury management. Kyle Filipowski drew the start in place of Markkanen on Thursday night and will likely remain in the starting lineup Thursday. Taylor Hendricks and Kyle Anderson should also see some additional run. Markkanen's next chance to play will come Monday at Denver for the opening leg of a back-to-back.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Saturday Markkanen (groin) is doubtful to play Saturday versus the Magic.

Impact It appears Saturday will mark Markkanen's second straight game on the sidelines, which should again result in Keyonte George and Ace Bailey dominating the offense. Check back for official word on Markkanen's status closer to Saturday's tipoff.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Utah faces Orlando in non-conference action

Utah and Orlando face off in non-conference action

DECEMBER 19 • Associated Press

Doncic has 45 points and a triple-double as the Lakers come back to beat the Jazz 143-135

Luka Doncic had 45 points, 14 assists and 11 rebounds in his fifth triple-double of the season, and the Los Angeles Lakers used a big fourth quarter to top the Utah Jazz 143-135 on...

DECEMBER 19 • Associated Press

Markkanen ruled out for Utah's game against Lakers because of a groin injury

Utah Jazz leading scorer Lauri Markkanen won’t play against the Los Angeles Lakers due to a right groin strain

DECEMBER 18 • Associated Press

Cavaliers connection could help push Lauri Markkanen to a new home before February The Utah Jazz forward could reunite with his old coach in Detroit.

DECEMBER 18 • KINGJAMESGOSPEL.COM

Won't play Thursday Markkanen (groin) will not play Thursday against the Lakers.

Impact The writing was on the wall when the Jazz listed Markkanen as questionable for right groin injury management. This is simply a maintenance day for Markkanen, something he experienced plenty of during the 2024-25 season. Presumably, he will be back in the lineup for Saturday's game against Orlando. In the meantime, guys like Taylor Hendricks, Kyle Filipowski, Brice Sensabaugh and Kyle Anderson could pick up some run for the Jazz.

DECEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Top Player Prop Bets for Lakers vs. Jazz on December 18, 2025 - Bleacher Nation Sportsbooks have listed player props for Luka Doncic, Lauri Markkanen and others when the Los Angeles Lakers visit the Utah Jazz at Delta Ce...

DECEMBER 18 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Labeled questionable Markkanen is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Lakers due to right groin injury management, Ben Anderson of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.

Impact Markkanen is at risk of resting Thursday. If he were to miss the contest, Taylor Hendricks and Kyle Anderson would likely see more playing time. Markkanen has scored 26 or more points in four of his last five games, averaging 27.2 points, 10.0 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.2 assists across 34.8 minutes.

DECEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

NBA Insider Links Three Trade Fits for Jazz F Lauri Markkanen Three teams in particular stuck out as potential trade destinations for Lauri Markkanen, if the Utah Jazz ever decide to move him.

DECEMBER 17 • SI.COM

Former Cavaliers forward not guaranteed to move despite the trade buzz Lauri Markkanen could be staying put with the Utah Jazz.

DECEMBER 17 • KINGJAMESGOSPEL.COM

Utah hosts Los Angeles after overtime win against Dallas

Utah hosts the Los Angeles Lakers following the Utah Jazz's 140-133 overtime win over the Dallas Mavericks

DECEMBER 17 • Associated Press

Dominant effort against Mavs Markkanen notched 33 points (11-23 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 10-12 FT), 16 rebounds, five assists, one block and four steals across 40 minutes during Monday's 140-133 overtime victory over Dall...

Impact While his 33 points were only third on the night behind Cooper Flagg (42) and Keyonte George (37), Markkanen led all players in rebounding, and his four steals were as much as the entire Mavericks starting lineup put together. It was only Markkanen's second double-double of the season, with the other being a 51-point, 14-board eruption against the Suns on Oct. 27. He's scored at least 30 points in six of his last 14 games, averaging 27.9 points, 7.6 rebounds, 2.7 threes, 2.1 assists and 1.0 steals during that span.

DECEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

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