Markkanen closed Saturday's 108-100 victory over the Mavericks with 29 points (11-20 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, one block and one steal in 36 minutes.
Markkanen continued to lead the offensive charge for Utah on Saturday, racking up 15 points in the first half on 6-of-11 shooting from the field and later hitting four of five shot attempts in the fourth quarter to help seal the home victory. The power forward finished with a team-high 29 points and shot above 50 percent from three for the sixth straight contest. He's now scored at least 20 points in 18 consecutive games dating back to Dec. 19.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Another 20-point performance
Rotowire
Markkanen finished with 24 points (7-16 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 7-8 FT), four rebounds and one assist over 34 minutes during Wednesday's 134-124 loss to the Trail Blazers.
The sixth-year pro continues his breakout campaign in Utah, scoring over 20 points for the 17th consecutive contest. He broke a double-double streak of five games with just four boards. Markkanen is currently on pace to set career highs in points per game, three-pointers made per game, field goal percentage, and three-point field goal percentage.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Claims fifth straight double-double
Rotowire
Markkanen chipped in 25 points (8-14 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 32 minutes during Monday's 120-102 win over Charlotte.
Markkanen missed two games due to a hip injury earlier this month, but that hasn't slowed him down. He's now recorded double-doubles in each of his last five appearances and is averaging 28.9 points, 10.0 rebounds, 3.3 three-pointers, 1.4 assists, 0.9 steals and 0.8 blocks per game in January while converting at a 48.4 percent rate from the field and a 90.2 percent rate from the free-throw line.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Drops 22 against Nets
Rotowire
Markkanen ended Friday's 117-106 loss to Brooklyn with 22 points (8-16 FG, 6-10 3Pt), 11 rebounds, one assist and one steal in 37 minutes.
The 25-year-old forward's breakout campaign continues. Markkanen has scored more than 20 points in 15 straight games, including the last two after returning from a minor hip injury. Over that stretch, he's averaging 29.6 points, 9.5 boards, 3.7 threes and 1.1 assists while shooting 50.7 percent from the floor, 44.1 percent from three-point range and 90.3 percent from the free-throw line.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Huge double-double in win
Rotowire
Markkanen supplied 34 points (11-20 FG, 6-8 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal across 33 minutes during Wednesday's 126-103 victory over the Clippers.
Markkanen returned to the floor after missing the last two contests due to injury. He has been on fire as of late, and Wednesday marked his third consecutive double-double. Markkanen has gone for over 20 points in 14 consecutive contests and is putting together the best season of his career. He has been a great fantasy option and will remain so as long as his role on offense continues.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Will be available Wednesday
Rotowire
Markkanen (hip) is available for Wednesday's game against the Clippers, Eric Walden of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.
Markkanen missed back-to-back games due to a hip injury and was initially listed as questionable for Wednesday, but the talented big man has since been cleared and will presumably return to the starting lineup against Los Angeles. The 6-foot-11 sharpshooter has been a revelation during his first season with the Jazz, averaging 24.6 points, 8.6 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 34.2 minutes per game -- all career highs.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Deemed questionable Wednesday
Rotowire
Markkanen (hip) is considered questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Clippers, Eric Walden of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.
Markkanen has been listed as questionable in each of the last two games before being ruled out, so his listing doesn't really provide much information about his availability Wednesday. The team should provide another update on his status prior to the 9 PM ET tipoff, with Jarred Vanderbilt, Rudy Gay and Talen Horton-Tucker, among others, likely to see expanded run if he sits again.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Ruled out Monday
Rotowire
Markkanen (hip) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Timberwolves, Tony Jones of The Athletic reports.
Markkanen was considered a game-time decision for Monday's game as he continues to deal with a hip injury, and he'll be unavailable for a second consecutive matchup. Jarred Vanderbilt, Rudy Gay and Talen Horton-Tucker are candidates to see increased run against Minnesota.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Listed as questionable
Rotowire
Markkanen (hip) is questionable for Monday's matchup against Minnesota, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.
Markkanen was sidelined for Saturday's loss to Philadelphia due to a hip injury and may miss a second straight game due to the issue. If he's sidelined again, Talen Horton-Tucker, Jarred Vanderbilt and Ochai Agbaji would be candidates for increased roles.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Ruled out Saturday
Rotowire
Markkanen (hip) will not play in Saturday's game against the 76ers, David Locke reports.
Markkanen was tabbed as questionable for the contest after picking up a left hip contusion Friday and will ultimately be sidelined for Saturday's tilt. In his stead, Talen Horton-Tucker, Jarred Vanderbilt and Ochai Agbaji are all candidates to see expanded roles. Markkanen's next chance to play will come Monday in Minnesota.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Questionable Saturday
Rotowire
Markkanen is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the 76ers due to a left hip contusion, Eric Walden of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.
Markkanen presumably suffered the injury in Friday's 112-108 victory over the Magic. He accumulated 28 points (4-13 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 17-21 FT), 12 rebounds, two rebounds, one steal and one block across 36 minutes in the contest. The 25-year-old's status will depend on how he is feeling closer to tipoff, but Talen Horton-Tucker and Ochai Agbaji would be candidates to see increased run if he ultimately has to sit out.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Drills 17 free throws in win
Rotowire
Markkanen finished with 28 points (4-13 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 17-21 FT), 12 rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block across 36 minutes in Friday's 112-108 win over the Magic.
Markkanen has made hay at the free-throw line over the Jazz's last two games, converting 29 of 35 attempts (82.8 percent) during that span to help bring his streak of 20-plus-point performances to 13. The 25-year-old remains in the thick of the conversation for a reserve spot in the All-Star Game while he's in the midst of a career-best season that has helped make the 22-23 Jazz surprisingly competitive in what was expected to be a rebuilding year.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Turns in massive double-double
Rotowire
Markkanen logged 25 points (6-18 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 12-14 FT), 16 rebounds, one assist and one steal in 39 minutes during Tuesday's 116-114 win over the Cavaliers.
Markkanen was unable to find his shooting touch in this one, but he still managed to finish with 25 points. He also cleaned up on the glass by securing 13 of his 16 rebounds on the defensive end. Markkanen has been on a tear in January, as he's now averaging 30.2 points, 8.8 rebounds and 1.4 assists through five games.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Scores 28 in loss
Rotowire
Markkanen chipped in 28 points (12-20 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-3 FT), four rebounds, three assists and three steals in 36 minutes during Saturday's 126-118 loss to the Bulls.
Markkanen continued his offensive domination, extending his streak to seven straight games of 28 or more points. He also tied his season high with three steals. Across three January appearances, the 25-year-old is averaging 35.0 points on 53.2 percent shooting, including 3.0 made threes per game.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Blows up for career-high 49 points
Rotowire
Markkanen ended Thursday's 131-114 win over the Rockets with 49 points (15-27 FG, 6-15 3Pt, 13-13 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and one block over 36 minutes.
Markkanen was spectacular in the victory, landing a career-high 49 points, buoyed by a perfect 13-of-13 mark from the line. His breakout season continues, as he currently sits inside the top 15 in 12-team leagues. He has scored at least 28 points in six consecutive appearances, adding double-digit rebounds three times. Markkanen is the No. 1 fantasy player over the past two weeks, so managers are enjoying what has been an incredible season thus far.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Notches 28 points in loss
Rotowire
Markkanen recorded 28 points (6-15 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 15-15 FT), eight rebounds and one assist over 36 minutes during Tuesday's 117-115 loss to Sacramento.
Though Markkanen appeared to send the game to overtime when he fielded an in-bound pass and threw up a last-second heave that went in the basket, officials ruled that the forward's shot came after the clock ticked to zero. As such, Markkanen missed out on a 30-point outing, but he still kept the Jazz in the game throughout and finished with another stellar stat line. Even though the 19-21 Jazz have slid down the standings after a hot start to the season, Markkanen's career-best campaign continues. He's scored no fewer than 18 points over his last 10 games, averaging 28.6 per game over that stretch while shooting 53 percent from the field, 44.8 percent from downtown and 93.2 percent from the charity stripe.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Goes for game-high 36 points
Rotowire
Markkanen closed with 36 points (16-24 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 3-3 FT) and five rebounds over 34 minutes during Friday's 126-125 loss to the Kings.
Markkanen scored 23 of his game-high 36 points in the second half on 11-of-15 shooting from the field, but his valiant effort on offense still wasn't enough as the Jazz fell to Sacramento on the road for their third straight loss. It was Markkanen's ninth game this season with 30 or more points, though he failed to knock down more than one three in the contest for the first time since Nov. 21.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Massive double-double in loss
Rotowire
Markkanen supplied 29 points (10-22 FG, 7-13 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 16 rebounds, one assist and one steal across 36 minutes during Wednesday's 112-107 loss to the Warriors.
Markkanen continued to serve as the team's top offensive engine Wednesday and put together a stellar stat line. Since missing three games earlier in the month, he's averaged 26.5 points, 8.0 rebounds and 1.4 assists over eight games.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Posts big double-double in loss
Rotowire
Markkanen finished with 32 points (8-18 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 13-13 FT), 12 rebounds, two blocks and one assist across 38 minutes during Monday's 126-122 loss to San Antonio.
Utah fell short despite a spirited comeback bid, but Markkanen nonetheless submitted one of his best performances of the campaign. The veteran forward finished with his 12th double-double and his eighth scoring effort of 30-plus points. Markkanen also swatted a pair of shots in the defeat, marking the fourth time this season he's registered multiple blocks in a game.
... See More... See Less
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Lands career-high nine triples
Rotowire
Markkanen notched 38 points (13-20 FG, 9-13 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal in 36 minutes during Tuesday's 126-111 victory over Detroit.
Markkanen was a man on a mission Tuesday, matching his career high with 38 points, including nine triples. His breakout season continues, logging career-high numbers across the board. The Jazz have been arguably the most surprising team thus far, currently sitting at eighth place in the Western Conference with a 18-16 record. Markkanen has been leading from the front and should continue chugging along at top-30 pace for the rest of the season.
