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Utah Jazz Announce Big Lauri Markkanen Update for Miami Heat Game

It looks like the Utah Jazz will be without Lauri Markkanen for yet another game, this time in a matchup at home against the Miami Heat. According to a new injury update from the Jazz, Markkanen has been downgraded from questionable to out due to return to competition reconditioning.

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Youth movement encourages Jazz, who take on inconsistent Heat

The Utah Jazz are pleased with what they've seen from their young core this season, despite the effort not consistently reflected in victories. For the most part this season, Utah has enjoyed good performances from veteran forward Lauri Markkanen, 28; third-year guard Keyonte George, 22; and others.

Will Hardy News / Utah Jazz on SI / January 23

Why Will Hardy Felt Encouraged Despite Jazz Loss to Spurs

The Utah Jazz came up short of a win in their latest game against the San Antonio Spurs on their home floor, dropping their second game to Wembanyama and Co.

Jusuf Nurkic News / Utah Jazz on SI / January 23

Utah Jazz Have Perfect Chance to Sell Veteran at Trade Deadline

With the NBA trade deadine approaching just under three weeks away, the chatter regarding who could be on the move around the league is bound to spark up as we get closer to the final buzzer.

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Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

Utah Jazz News / SLC Dunk / January 22

Recap: Hollow Utah Jazz spurred by, you guessed it, the Spurs

One look at the injury report, and it was clear that the Utah Jazz were welcoming Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio into the Delta Center for a 48-minute formality.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 21

Jazz showing toughness, which Spurs coach wants more of from his squad

After a comeback win over Minnesota, the Utah Jazz look to take the season series with San Antonio when they host the Spurs on Thursday night. The Jazz -- playing again without leading scorer Lauri Markkanen (illness) -- rallied from 15 points down to beat the visiting Timberwolves 127-122 on Tuesday and end a four-game losing streak.

Jusuf Nurkic News / Larry Brown Sports / January 21

Jusuf Nurkic claps back at content creator with ‘LinkedIn’ callout

Utah Jazz big man Jusuf Nurkic was not messing around on the court — and online — on Tuesday. After putting together a stellar stat line in a 127-122 win

Keyonte George News / Total Apex Sports / January 21

Utah Jazz Shock Timberwolves as Keyonte George Erupts for Career-High 43 Points

On paper, Tuesday night looked like a scheduled loss. The Utah Jazz had spent 17 of their last 20 days living out of suitcases, dragging themselves through a brutal road schedule.

Keyonte George News / Field Level Media / January 21

Keyonte George's career-high 43 points help Jazz rally past Timberwolves

Keyonte George scored a career-high 43 points and Jusuf Nurkic had his second career triple-double to rally the Utah Jazz to a 127-122 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Salt Lake City on Tuesday night.

Utah Jazz News / Yardbarker / January 21

Rookie Ace Bailey's big performance helps lift Jazz to stunning win over Timberwolves

Wins have been few and far between for the Utah Jazz this season, but they picked up one on Tuesday night thanks to a slamming performance from their first-round rookie.

Keyonte George's career-high 43 points help Jazz rally past Timberwolves

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Will Hardy News / NBA Analysis Network / January 20

Will Hardy emphasizes discipline and ‘appropriate fear’ as Utah Jazz continue to build identity

Utah Jazz head coach Will Hardy spoke after his team’s latest contest about the group’s ongoing growth in discipline and effort, emphasizing the importance of focus and execution against teams like the San Antonio Spurs.

Keyonte George News / The Lead / January 20

Why Keyonte George Should Be at the Forefront of the MIP Conversation

Last season, there was much to question on whether Utah Jazz point guard Keyonte George would be a long-time fixture on the team. Though having a decent season, averaging 16.8 points, 5.6 assists, and 3.8 rebounds, George faced problems with trying on the defensive end and his attitude at times during the season.

Victor Wembanyama News / NBA Analysis Network / January 20

Victor Wembanyama dominates as Spurs defeat Jazz 123–110 in Utah’s fourth straight loss

Victor Wembanyama celebrated his All-Star starter selection in style, powering the San Antonio Spurs to a 123–110 win over the Utah Jazz on Monday night.

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Austin Reaves News / Ball Exclusives / January 17

Utah Jazz expected to target Austin Reaves in potential move

When LeBron James’ agent, Rich Paul, made the statement of the Los Angeles Lakers should trade Austin Reaves, it sent the NBA world into a firestorm. Most fans, including the Lakers themselves, weren’t too happy with Paul’s remarks.

Lauri Markkanen News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 15

Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen out vs. Mavericks due to illness

The Utah Jazz are set to take on the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday in an away game set to tip off at 8:30 p.m. EST. However, it sounds like Utah will be without one of its star players, Lauri Markkanen, as he’s already been ruled out.

Utah Jazz News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 14

Unheralded Jazz player pulls off insane scoring feat last done by Deron Williams

The Utah Jazz fell short against the Chicago Bulls, 128-126, at United Center on Wednesday, with Nikola Vucevic sinking the game-winning basket. The Jazz still had a chance to grab the victory, but Keyonte George missed his three-point attempt.

Jusuf Nurkic News / The Lead / January 14

Is Jusuf Nurkic the Veteran the Young Jazz Core Needs?

When news came down the NBA pipeline that Jusuf Nurkic was traded to the Utah Jazz, some fans were slightly apprehensive of the deal. Before his time in Utah, Nurkic unfairly earned a reputation as a locker-room problem.

Utah Jazz News / Total Apex Sports / January 13

Utah Jazz Turn Up the Volume As Keyonte George Torches the Cavaliers

In a performance that felt less like a basketball game and more like a statement, the Jazz secured a massive 123-112 victory, led by a scorching-hot Keyonte George.

Lauri Markkanen News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 12

Jazz’s Lauri Markkanen shares immediate reaction to Cavs upset

The Utah Jazz were coming off such an embarrassing defeat over the weekend — a 55-point loss to the Charlotte Hornets — but many people forget that they were without their best player in Lauri Markkanen, who’s been shuffled in and out of the lineup due to load management.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 12

Cavs looking to build on recent play against defenseless Jazz

The Cavaliers looked like a team that learned something. Last time out, they ran past the Timberwolves by a 146-134 count and moved to 22-18, answering many of the questions raised in the previous loss to Minnesota.