Andy Larsen: Lauri Markkanen hates tanking, too. It’s time for the NBA to make changes.
The Jazz are tanking, which has been tough on their veteran players. What do they think about it, and what can change?
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen Gets Real on Tanking Among NBA Teams
And when it comes to losing, the Jazz and Markkanen have seen a significant amount of that in Salt Lake City this season. Utah currently has the second-worst win-loss in the entire NBA through half the year, and currently lie on a five-game losing streak during their latest stretch of games.
Lauri Markkanen on tanking: I don't think purposefully losing should be part of professional sports
In particular, at the Jazz’s practice in between their two games against the New Orleans Pelicans, I went up to Lauri Markkanen and just asked him frankly: “What do you think about tanking?” He
Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Scores 17 points in return
Markkanen posted 17 points (7-17 FG, 3-10 3Pt), six rebounds and one block in 30 minutes during Wednesday's 123-114 loss to the Thunder.
Lauri Markkanen criticises tanking
Lauri Markkanen has expressed his displeasure with the idea of ​​tanking in the NBA after renewing his contract with the Utah Jazz for 238 million euros.
Jazz Deliver Status Update on Lauri Markkanen vs Thunder
Utah's leading scorer is averaging 20.1 points on 42.8% from the field. Statistically, it's been a down season. Markkanen is coming off a year in which he averaged 23.2 points on 48% shooting.
Massive Trade Idea Has Utah Jazz Land $36M Star From Pelicans
In this new trade idea, the Utah Jazz make a run at an All-Star player from the New Orleans Pelicans. While Utah isn't seen ...
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Jazz's Lauri Markkanen: Paces Utah with 24 points in loss
Markkanen ended with a team-high 24 points ... aiding his productivity while hurting his shooting efficiency until Utah gets healthier.
Career Night from Gilgeous-Alexander Propels OKC Thunder to Win Over Utah
The Thunder faithful were in for a surprise treat against the Jazz as OKC star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finished with a career ...
Thunder vs Jazz score, live updates: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, OKC lead Utah in 4Q
It's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder against Lauri Markkanen and the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night at ...
Milwaukee plays Utah on 5-game win streak
Pregame analysis and predictions of the Milwaukee Bucks vs. Utah Jazz NBA game to be played on January 27, 2025 on ESPN.
Likelihood of Jimmy Butler trade to Suns increases following Phoenix-Utah deal: Source
On Tuesday, the Suns traded their 2031 unprotected first-round pick to the Jazz in exchange for first-round picks in 2025, ...
Jaren Jackson scores 28, Zach Edey adds 19 and Grizzlies win 6th straight, 125-103 over Jazz
Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 28 points, Zach Edey added 19 points and five blocks and the Memphis Grizzlies won their sixth ...
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Dust-ups, poor shooting and a benching: Jazz can't keep pace with Grizzlies
The Grizzlies routed the Jazz 125-103 at the FedEx Forum as Keyonte George comes off the bench for the first time this season ...