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Lauri Markkanen

##237' 1"240 lbs8th Season
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Utah's selection of Darryn Peterson with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft should help ease some offensive pressure on Markkanen (hip).

The veteran forward has often carried a significant scoring burden during the rebuilding process, and the arrival of an elite shot creator could create more favorable opportunities. Markkanen remains the focal point of Utah's frontcourt, although trade speculation and the team's long-term direction could still influence his outlook.

Season Stats12 metrics
Games Played42
Minutes Per Game34.4
Field Goal Percentage47.7
3-Point Field Goal Percentage35.5
Free Throw Percentage89.6
Rebounds Per Game6.9
Assists Per Game2.1
Blocks Per Game0.5
Steals Per Game1.0
Fouls Per Game1.8
Turnovers Per Game1.5
Points Per Game26.7
Recent Games
DateOpponentMINFG%3P%FT%REBASTBLKSTLPFTOPTS
Feb 24@ Houston Rockets3243.510.0100.032020229
Feb 12vs Sacramento Kings2150.025.0100.073012019
Feb 10@ Miami Heat2535.737.5100.081002117
Feb 8@ Orlando Magic2757.150.00.071103327
Feb 6@ Atlanta Hawks2350.060.0100.051012118
Injury Report1 active notes
Day-To-DayJun 24, 2026

Right Hip

Pinched NerveTorso

Utah's selection of Darryn Peterson should help ease some offensive pressure on Markkanen (hip).

The veteran forward has often carried a significant scoring burden during the rebuilding process, and the arrival of an elite shot creator could create more favorable opportunities. Markkanen remains the focal point of Utah's frontcourt, although trade speculation and the team's long-term direction could still influence his outlook.

Awards & Honors2 entries

Most Improved Player

2023

All-Rookie 1st Team

2018

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