‘Marked man’ Lauri Markkanen will be adjusting to more attention this season — defensive and otherwise
The Utah Jazz expect some difficulty to come for their star forward, as he learns to navigate both the new schemes that opponents will utilize to slow him, and the pressure that comes with expectations.
(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (23) has his shot attempt blocked by Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (10) as the Utah Jazz host the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday.
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