Utah Jazz’s Lauri Markkanen explains his Finnish military commitment
With Finland’s adult males compelled to serve by the age of 30, the team’s failure to make the playoffs made the timing right for him to fulfill his obligation. He may have to do it again next year, too, though.
(Trent Nelson | The Salt Lake Tribune) Lauri Markkanen at the NBA All-Star Game in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Feb. 19, 2023.
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