How the Utah Jazz’s Lauri Markkanen turned himself into an NBA All-Star (with some help)
In his sixth season overall but his first with the Utah Jazz, the forward had his long-awaited breakout. His individual progression and the opportunity provided by his new team both played a big part.
(Leah Hogsten | The Salt Lake Tribune) Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (23) scored 29 points and had 5 rebounds. The Utah Jazz defeated the Dallas Mavericks, 108-100, Jan. 28, 2023 at Vivint Arena.
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