Jazz Forward Lauri Markkanen Hits Early Three In Return Against Wolves
Mar 18, 2024, 7:26 PM
SALT LAKE CITY – Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen made an immediate impact after missing six contests during Utah’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Markkanen hits early three vs. Timberwolves
The Jazz hosted the T-Wolves at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah on Monday, March 18.
49 seconds into the contest, Keyonte George fed the ball to Markkanen, who unleashed a 25-foot shot attempt that fell through the bucket. Markkanen’s three-pointer gave the Jazz an early 3-2 lead.
Tervetuloa takaisin 👋😁#TakeNote | @MarkkanenLauri pic.twitter.com/XdyX4zB0hY
— Utah Jazz (@utahjazz) March 19, 2024
During Markkanen’s first five minutes on the court, the forward posted three points on 1-2 field goals, as well as three rebounds.
This season, the Arizona product is averaging 23.1 points per game on 48.3 percent shooting.
Utah’s game against Minnesota is broadcast on KJZZ, Jazz+, NBA League Pass, KSL Sports Zone (97.5 FM), KSLSports.com, and the KSL Sports app.
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Timberwolves vs. Jazz
Lauri Markkanen said he was “hoping” to play Monday as the Jazz host the Timberwolves.
Markkanen has missed the team’s last six games due to a quad bruise suffered against the Miami Heat on March 2.
The Jazz are 2-4 in their last six outings without Markkanen, including Saturday’s 119-100 loss to the Timberwolves.
Lauri Markkanen is "hoping" to suit up tonight for the @utahjazz against the @timberwolves. #TakeNote https://t.co/dMX6G41Vi0
— KSL Sports (@kslsports) March 18, 2024
Jazz Will Have Fuller Roster Against Timberwolves
With Markkanen appears likely to make his return, the Jazz will feature a more complete roster against the Timberwolves than they have in either of their last two contests.
John Collins is not listed on the team’s injury report after sitting out Saturday’s game due to rest.
Kris Dunn missed Friday’s win over the Atlanta Hawks also due to rest.
Jordan Clarkson remains out for the Jazz due to a groin injury.
Not deja vu, just facing the Wolves again ⏪
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🎟️ https://t.co/ptVfrVqlD5#TakeNote pic.twitter.com/tEQcxjuAMM— Utah Jazz (@utahjazz) March 18, 2024
Gobert Questionable Against Jazz
While former Jazzman Mike Conley had a strong 25-point showing in his return to Utah on Saturday, former franchise centerpiece Rudy Gobert missed the game due to a rib injury.
Gobert is listed as questionable to return against the Jazz.
let’s end this road trip strong. pic.twitter.com/JPZCRP3CXt
— Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) March 18, 2024
Kyle Anderson is also listed as questionable on the Timberwolves injury report due to a shoulder strain, while guard Monte Morris is questionable due to a hamstring strain.
The Timberwolves own the third-best record in the West at 46-21, one game back of the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder.
Kyle Ireland is a Sports Producer and Locals in the NFL Insider for KSLSports.com. Listen to Ireland on Yards After College: An NFL Podcast. Follow him on X (@kyleireland), Threads (@kyleirelandksl), and Instagram (@kyleirelandksl).
