Lauri Markkanen's Stats, Metrics, Game Logs, Projections & Rankings
Player profile
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HT/WT7' 0'' , 240 lbs
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Birthdate05/22/1997 (27)
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CollegeArizona
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Draft Info2017: Rd 1, Pk 7
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StatusActive
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (quadriceps) isn't on the injury report for Thursday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. After sitting out six consecutive contests from March 4 to March 16 due to a right quadriceps contusion, Markkanen is good to go on the second night of Utah's back-to-back after also missing Wednesday's loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder for maintenance purposes. The 29-40 Jazz are likely to continue managing Markkanen's load down the stretch of a lost season, but the All-Star stretch four is in a good spot on Thursday against a Dallas team allowing the sixth-most fantasy points per game to opposing power forwards. Markkanen is a set-and-forget play when healthy, returning second-round value in nine-category leagues this season on averages of 23.0 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 3.2 three-pointers while shooting 89.0% from the free-throw line over 52 appearances.
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (quadriceps) won't play against the Thunder on Wednesday. He will be back on the sidelines after returning from a six-game absence on Monday versus Minnesota. Markkanen was out with a quadriceps contusion and will miss Wednesday's clash for maintenance purposes. Brice Sensabaugh should move back into the first unit to cover for Markkanen, while his absence opens up extra shots for Collin Sexton and Keyonte George. However, putting together a big offensive performance will be difficult for the Jazz players on Wednesday, as they face an elite defensive team.
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (quadriceps) will get back to work on Monday against the Timberwolves. After sitting out six games with a quadriceps contusion, the Finnish star is finally ready to return to the lineup, with the team upgrading Markkanen from questionable to available. Markkanen's return will affect the usage of Keyonte George and Collin Sexton, although Jordan Clarkson's (groin) absence will still give them extra fantasy value. From a minutes perspective, Brice Sensabaugh and Taylor Hendricks likely take a hit, with Markkanen grabbing back his starter's role.
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (quad) has been tagged as questionable ahead of their Monday night contest against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 26-year-old hasn't played since March 2 due to a right quadriceps contusion. After being named an All-Star last season for the first time, Markkanen was building upon that with another fantastic season this year but continues to have some health issues that keep him off of the court. Due to the health issues with the entire team, the Jazz have leaned in even more to the youth movement. If Markkanen has to be sidelined again, Taylor Hendricks and Brice Sensabaugh will both likely remain in the starting five.
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (quadriceps) isn't ready to make his return to the lineup on Saturday against Minnesota, missing a sixth consecutive game. Utah's leading scorer remains on the shelf with a right quadriceps contusion. Markkanen's absence has boosted Brice Sensabaugh's role on the team, and the 20-year-old rookie has even begun to start games. He's been part of the first unit in each of the last four contests, averaging 11.8 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists in 28.3 minutes.