Lauri Markkanen of the Utah Jazz is out due to lower back soreness. He will not play in the upcoming game against the Portland Trail Blazers on Feb 24, 2025. This injury follows previous concerns regarding his back, which have affected his playing status in recent games.
Lauri Markkanen has played 43 games this season, averaging 19.3 points per game. He has recorded 6.1 rebounds and 1.6 assists per game. His shooting percentage stands at 42.5%, with a three-point shooting percentage of 34.7%.
This season, Markkanen has had 3 games where he scored 10 or more points in a row. He finished in the top 5 in points at his position in 24 of the 43 games played. He also had the most points in 7 games this season.
In games where Markkanen played, the Utah Jazz averaged 111.9 points per game. In contrast, when he did not play, the team averaged 114.2 points per game. His absence may impact the team’s scoring and overall performance in the upcoming games.
