Lauri Markkanen F UTA Wed 4/2/25 1:16 PM
Lauri Markkanen
F UTA
The Jazz announced Wednesday that Markkanen (knee) will be re-evaluated in 7-to-10 days, Ben Anderson of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.
EDGE Analysis
Markkanen's season is almost certainly over, but this timetable leaves a slim chance that he could return for the final two games of the campaign. The Jazz have been extremely cautious with their players, however, and there's little incentive to rush him back. So far, Markkanen has played just 47 games for Utah with averages of 19.0 points, 5.9 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 2.9 three-pointers.
Lauri Markkanen F UTA Tue 4/1/25 6:20 PM
Lauri Markkanen
F UTA
Markkanen (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Rockets.
EDGE Analysis
Markkanen will miss his eighth consecutive contest Wednesday, and it wouldn't be a surprise if the non-contending Jazz continue to exercise caution with their star forward. His next chance to play will come Friday against the Pacers.
Lauri Markkanen F UTA Sun 3/30/25 5:12 PM
Lauri Markkanen
F UTA
Markkanen (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Hornets.
EDGE Analysis
Markkanen will miss his seventh consecutive contest due to left knee soreness. It wouldn't be a surprise if the non-contending Jazz continue to exercise caution with the star forward. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday versus Houston.
Lauri Markkanen F UTA Fri 3/28/25 3:07 PM
Lauri Markkanen
F UTA
Markkanen (conditioning) will not play Friday against the Nuggets, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.
EDGE Analysis
Markkanen will be held out for a sixth straight game as he looks to regain his conditioning. His next chance to play comes Monday against Charlotte, but it wouldn't be a surprise if the Jazz continued to exercise caution.
Lauri Markkanen F UTA Wed 3/26/25 7:39 PM
Lauri Markkanen
F UTA
Markkanen (conditioning) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Rockets.
EDGE Analysis
Markkanen will miss a fifth straight game Thursday for the Jazz due to returning to competition reconditioning. Utah will likely continue to lean on KJ Martin and Brice Sensabaugh in the frontcourt with the veteran forward out.
Lauri Markkanen F UTA Mon 3/24/25 7:21 PM
Lauri Markkanen
F UTA
Markkanen (illness) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Grizzlies, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.
EDGE Analysis
Markkanen is in line for his fourth straight absence, his second due to illness. KJ Martin, Micah Potter and Brice Sensabaugh should continue to see more looks in Markkanen's stead.
Lauri Markkanen F UTA Sat 3/22/25 7:39 PM
Lauri Markkanen
F UTA
Markkanen (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.
EDGE Analysis
Markkanen will miss a third straight game for the Jazz on Sunday, as he is now dealing with an illness. Utah will have to continue to lean on Svi Mykhailiuk, Cody Williams and Brice Sensabaugh to pick up the slack in the frontcourt.
Lauri Markkanen F UTA Thu 3/20/25 7:16 PM
Lauri Markkanen
F UTA
Markkanen (personal) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Celtics, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.
EDGE Analysis
The star forward will miss his second consecutive contest due to a personal matter, and there's no clear timetable for his return. Cody Williams, Brice Sensabaugh and Johnny Juzang are all candidates for an uptick in playing time due to Markkanen, KJ Martin (elbow) and John Collins (ankle) remaining sidelined.
Lauri Markkanen F UTA Wed 3/19/25 12:26 PM
Lauri Markkanen
F UTA
Markkanen (personal) will not play Wednesday against the Wizards.
EDGE Analysis
Markkanen is away from the team, and it's unclear when he'll return to action. During Monday's 111-97 loss to Chicago, Markkanen had 16 points (7-16 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one block across 24 minutes. With this news, guys like Kyle Filipowski and Cody Williams could step into expanded roles.
Lauri Markkanen F UTA Tue 3/18/25 1:42 AM
Lauri Markkanen
F UTA
Markkanen had 16 points (7-16 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one block across 24 minutes during Monday's 111-97 loss to Chicago.
EDGE Analysis
The star forward tied Keyonte George with the team-high mark in points Monday, albeit in a losing effort. Markkanen struggled from three-point range, though entering Monday, he had shot a respectable 39.3 percent from downtown over his last three outings. The 27-year-old has yet to reach the 30-minute mark since returning from a nine-game absence due to a back issue, and it wouldn't come as a surprise if the club continues to limit his playing time.