News for Lauri Markkanen - 2019 9 Category, $200 Cap, 4G/4F/2C

Show news on or before
Next
Thu Mar 2821:29Lauri Markkanen Questionable Against Houston
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (shoulder) is questionable for Friday's matchup against the Rockets. The Jazz are already eliminated from postseason contention, so the 2017 No. 7 overall pick might get another night off to avoid further injury. Markannen's most recent absence was when these clubs met nearly a week ago. Johnny Juzang got the start in that one. However, Brice Sensabaugh logged 27 minutes from the bench and finished with 16 points, four boards, and four assists, making him an ideal DFS value option if Markkanen isn't in the lineup on Friday night.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Wed Mar 2713:09Lauri Markkanen Upgraded To Available
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (quadriceps) is available for Wednesday's tilt versus the San Antonio Spurs. A right quadriceps contusion continues to plague Markkanen, but the All-Star forward will suit up for the 29-43 Jazz against a Spurs club that could be missing Rookie of the Year favorite and defensive menace Victor Wembanyama (ankle) on Wednesday. San Antonio already owns the seventh-worst defensive efficiency rating (114.9) in the league. Make sure Markkanen is inserted in all fantasy lineups, as he's averaging a robust 25.5 points, 6.5 boards, 2.8 assists, 1.8 steals, and 3.0 triples covering four performances in the month of March, but Utah could hand him random maintenance days down the stretch.
Source: Utah Jazz on XRotoBaller.com
Tue Mar 2621:52Lauri Markkanen Questionable For Wednesday
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (quadriceps) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup with San Antonio due to a right quadriceps contusion. Markkanen posted 34 points, seven rebounds, two assists, and one block in 34 minutes during Monday's 115-105 loss to the Mavericks. The 26-year-old has played in only four out of 12 games in March. If he cannot suit up, Taylor Hendricks, Luka Samanic, and Brice Sensabaugh could see more minutes on the court.
Source: Ben AndersonRotoBaller.com
Mon Mar 2515:44Lauri Markkanen Available For Soft Matchup
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (quadriceps) is available for Monday's tilt versus the Dallas Mavericks. Markkanen has alternated appearances for Utah in their past four contests due to a right quadriceps contusion but is suiting up for a favorable matchup against Dallas, who are surrendering the fifth-most DraftKings points to enemy power forwards. A 238.5-point implied total signifies the highest figure on Monday's 11-game slate, so this could be a high-scoring meeting. The 26-year-old three-level scorer is a must-start across all fantasy leagues when active, but he's really struggled to shoot the ball since returning from the All-Star break. Over his last seven showings, Markkanen is averaging 20.6 points on 39.6% shooting from the field, 6.0 boards, 1.3 steals, and 2.4 three-pointers. Beware of the 29-42 Jazz giving him random rest days down the stretch of a non-contending campaign as well.
Source: NBA.comRotoBaller.com
Mon Mar 2509:47Lauri Markkanen Carrying Questionable Tag Monday
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (quadriceps) is seen as questionable for Monday's game against Dallas. Following his return from a quadriceps injury, the team has kept Markkanen out from a couple of games for injury management purposes. Considering he didn't play on Saturday versus Houston, it's likely Utah's top scorer will suit up on Monday, but fantasy managers will have to wait for official clearance. Markkanen's last appearance came against the Mavericks, and he had a very tough time, going 1-for-11 from downtown and finishing with 21 points on 30 percent overall shooting.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Sat Mar 2310:08Lauri Markkanen Comes Out Of Jazz Lineup Again
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (quadriceps) will once again come out of the lineup Saturday against Houston for injury maintenance purposes. The 2023 All-Star recently returned from a quadriceps injury, but the team is balancing his workload, and Markkanen has yet to play in two consecutive games since coming back. Brice Sensabaugh and Taylor Hendricks have a chance to pick up more minutes without Markkanen, while his absence is bound to boost the offensive usage of Keyonte George and Collin Sexton. Houston has the eighth-best defensive rating in the league, but George and Sexton should still be able to fill the box score on Saturday night, as the Rockets also like to push the pace.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Thu Mar 2115:50Lauri Markkanen Off Thursday’s Injury Report
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (quadriceps) isn't on the injury report for Thursday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. After sitting out six consecutive contests from March 4 to March 16 due to a right quadriceps contusion, Markkanen is good to go on the second night of Utah's back-to-back after also missing Wednesday's loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder for maintenance purposes. The 29-40 Jazz are likely to continue managing Markkanen's load down the stretch of a lost season, but the All-Star stretch four is in a good spot on Thursday against a Dallas team allowing the sixth-most fantasy points per game to opposing power forwards. Markkanen is a set-and-forget play when healthy, returning second-round value in nine-category leagues this season on averages of 23.0 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 3.2 three-pointers while shooting 89.0% from the free-throw line over 52 appearances.
Source: Utah Jazz on XRotoBaller.com
Wed Mar 2008:38Lauri Markkanen Heads Back To The Shelf Wednesday
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (quadriceps) won't play against the Thunder on Wednesday. He will be back on the sidelines after returning from a six-game absence on Monday versus Minnesota. Markkanen was out with a quadriceps contusion and will miss Wednesday's clash for maintenance purposes. Brice Sensabaugh should move back into the first unit to cover for Markkanen, while his absence opens up extra shots for Collin Sexton and Keyonte George. However, putting together a big offensive performance will be difficult for the Jazz players on Wednesday, as they face an elite defensive team.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Mon Mar 1819:30Lauri Markkanen Returns To Action On Monday
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (quadriceps) will get back to work on Monday against the Timberwolves. After sitting out six games with a quadriceps contusion, the Finnish star is finally ready to return to the lineup, with the team upgrading Markkanen from questionable to available. Markkanen's return will affect the usage of Keyonte George and Collin Sexton, although Jordan Clarkson's (groin) absence will still give them extra fantasy value. From a minutes perspective, Brice Sensabaugh and Taylor Hendricks likely take a hit, with Markkanen grabbing back his starter's role.
Source: Utah JazzRotoBaller.com
Sun Mar 1721:47Lauri Markkanen May Miss Seventh Consecutive Game
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (quad) has been tagged as questionable ahead of their Monday night contest against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 26-year-old hasn't played since March 2 due to a right quadriceps contusion. After being named an All-Star last season for the first time, Markkanen was building upon that with another fantastic season this year but continues to have some health issues that keep him off of the court. Due to the health issues with the entire team, the Jazz have leaned in even more to the youth movement. If Markkanen has to be sidelined again, Taylor Hendricks and Brice Sensabaugh will both likely remain in the starting five.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Sat Mar 1618:28Lauri Markkanen Misses Sixth Consecutive Game
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (quadriceps) isn't ready to make his return to the lineup on Saturday against Minnesota, missing a sixth consecutive game. Utah's leading scorer remains on the shelf with a right quadriceps contusion. Markkanen's absence has boosted Brice Sensabaugh's role on the team, and the 20-year-old rookie has even begun to start games. He's been part of the first unit in each of the last four contests, averaging 11.8 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists in 28.3 minutes.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Thu Mar 1420:48Lauri Markkanen Out Friday Against Atlanta
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (quadriceps) will sit out a fifth consecutive game on Friday versus Atlanta. The 26-year-old has been struggling with a right quadricep contusion. Following Friday, his next chance to return comes against Minnesota on Saturday night. Markkanen participated in practice Thursday but at a limited capacity. Luka Samanic, Walker Kessler, and Brice Sensabaugh could see more action like they had seen in previous contests while the All-Star forward has been injured.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Tue Mar 1209:30Lauri Markkanen Continues To Sit Tuesday
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (quadriceps) will sit out a fourth consecutive game on Tuesday versus Boston. The 2023 All-Star is battling to overcome a right quadriceps contusion. Following Tuesday, his next chance to return comes in a matchup against Atlanta on Friday night. Markkanen's absence has given Luka Samanic a couple of starts, which he hasn't used well, while Walker Kessler and Brice Sensabaugh joined the starting five on Saturday versus Denver. With Taylor Hendricks (toe) also out, the Jazz frontcourt rotation is looking very different, and Markkanen's injury has allowed Collin Sexton and Jordan Clarkson to take on larger roles offensively. The latter has averaged a whopping 20.3 shot attempts over the last three games, with Sexton not far behind with 17.7 shots.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Wed Mar 608:53Lauri Markkanen Sits Out Second Consecutive Game
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (quadriceps) won't have a reunion with the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday, as he has been ruled out for the game. The 2023 All-Star, who started his NBA career in Chicago, will miss a second consecutive contest. Markkanen's absence on Monday versus Washington gave Luka Samanic his first start of the season. The 24-year-old couldn't take advantage of the opportunity, finishing with five points and two rebounds in 23 minutes. Trigger-happy guards Collin Sexton and Jordan Clarkson get extra shots without Markkanen. And with Taylor Hendricks (toe) and Walker Kessler (foot) also absent from the Jazz frontcourt, Brice Sensabaugh and Omer Yurtseven have a chance to grab extra shifts.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Sun Mar 320:18Lauri Markkanen Won't Suit Up On Monday
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (quad) has been ruled out for Monday against the Washington Wizards. The All-Star wing hasn't missed a game since December 21 and even played a total of 40 minutes in their last contest on Saturday. With Walker Kessler (foot) also ruled out, the frontcourt is going to be very thin, and it's unclear at the moment how much time Markkanen will have to miss with this quad contusion. They'll likely opt for a smaller lineup with John Collins at center and Taylor Hendricks remaining in the starting power forward spot. Talen Horton-Tucker and Brice Sensabaugh are the two that are most likely to move into the starting five while Omer Yurtseven will get the backup center minutes.
Source: Ben AndersonRotoBaller.com
Thu Dec 21 202318:25Jazz Keeping Lauri Markkanen Out Thursday
The Utah Jazz will hold forward Lauri Markkanen (hamstring) out for Thursday's contest against Detroit Pistons as a means of maintenance for his strained left hamstring. Markkanen gave the Jazz a 26-point, 10-rebound double in 36 minutes on Wednesday against the Cleveland Cavaliers and will catch a breather on the second half of a back-to-back set. The team remains on a cautious path with the reigning Most Improved Player of the Year, who missed eight straight games earlier this season with the injury. Markkanen should be back in the lineup on Saturday against the Toronto Raptors. There's a plethora of DFS value to go around with Utah's rotation so banged up on Thursday, with John Collins a candidate to re-enter head coach Will Hardy's starting five and Kelly Olynyk an option for extended run against the miserable Pistons.
Source: NBA.comRotoBaller.com
Thu Dec 14 202315:38Lauri Markkanen Doesn't Expect To Play Thursday
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (hamstring) said after Wednesday's 117-113 win over the New York Knicks that he doesn't expect to play on Thursday against the Portland Trail Blazers. Markkanen admitted to feeling tired at times on Wednesday and that his leg felt like it hadn't had game reps in awhile. The 26-year-old stretch four played 25 minutes in his return from an eight-game absence due to a strained left hamstring, scoring an efficient 23 points with eight rebounds and four triples. But the Jazz are likely to load manage their franchise centerpiece against Portland, considering Thursday is the second leg of a back-to-back. Depending on John Collins' (illness) availability, Kelly Olynyk could see more minutes. Simone Fontecchio averaged 11.6 points, 2.3 threes, and 1.0 blocks in 28.3 minutes over the eight contests Markkanen missed, so he's worth streaming in fantasy if that package sounds appealing.
Source: Eric Walden - The Salt Lake TribuneRotoBaller.com
Wed Dec 13 202320:39Lauri Markkanen Will Play On Wednesday
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (hamstring) will suit up for Wednesday's game against the New York Knicks. As expected, Markkanen will make his return to the lineup after missing each of the last eight games due to a left hamstring strain. The Jazz are without John Collins (illness) so Markkanen could be asked to play significant minutes during his first game back in the lineup. It's uncertain if the team plans to limit Markkanen at all. Fantasy managers in season-long formats should get him back in their lineups.
Source: Ryan MillerRotoBaller.com
Wed Dec 13 202315:42Lauri Markkanen, Walker Kessler Probable Wednesday
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (hamstring) and center Walker Kessler (foot) have both been upgraded to probable for Wednesday's game against the New York Knicks. The 7-16 Jazz are set to get some reinforcements in the frontcourt on Wednesday, with John Collins (illness) still absent due to an illness. Markkanen's eight-game absence with a left hamstring strain should come to a merciful end against the Knicks, which is likely to revert Simone Fontecchio to Utah's bench and the majority of fantasy waiver wires after averaging 11.6 points, 2.3 three-pointers, and 1.0 blocks in 28.3 minutes over his last eight contests. Kessler, returning from a one-game respite with right foot soreness, has been in and out of Utah's lineup this year but figures to move back into head coach Will Hardy's starting group, which may also chase Ochai Agbaji to the second unit.
Source: Utah JazzRotoBaller.com
Fri Dec 8 202315:44Lauri Markkanen Ruled Out On Friday Versus Clippers
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (hamstring) has been ruled out for the team's game on Friday against the Los Angeles Clippers. The star forward has missed the last six games and will miss at least seven while he deals with this left hamstring strain. In his place, Simone Fontecchio will remain in the starting five while the rookie Taylor Hendricks could see some added time off of the bench again. Fantasy managers will want to stay tuned for any updates on Markkanen's timetable to return.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Next