Lauri Markkanen is dealing with low back spasms and his status is uncertain for the Utah Jazz’s upcoming games. The injury was first noted ahead of their recent matchup against the Phoenix Suns on January 11, 2025. The Jazz will need to assess his condition before deciding if he can participate in future contests.
What It Means
Lauri Markkanen has been a key contributor for the Utah Jazz this season, averaging 20.1 points per game, which ranks him second on the team and 11th among power forwards in the league. He also leads the team in three-point makes with an average of 3.1 per game, hitting them at a rate of 36.5%. In games where Markkanen has played, the Jazz have averaged 110.6 points per game compared to 112.5 when he has not played. Despite his contributions, the team’s record stands at 6-25 when he plays and improves slightly to 3-3 when he does not.
