Lauri Markkanen: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Lauri Markkanen News / Utah Jazz on SI / September 12

Utah Jazz’s Lauri Markkanen to Face Giannis for Bronze Medal

Utah Jazz star Lauri Markkanen will face a two-time NBA MVP for a chance at Finland's first EuroBasket medal in the country's history. Markkanen and Finland

Lauri Markkanen News / Utah Jazz on SI / September 10

Utah Jazz's Lauri Markkanen Set for Historic Clash vs. Germany

Utah Jazz star Lauri Markkanen and Finland have officially learned who they'll be facing during the semi-finals of this year's EuroBasket tournament: they'll be up against Germany.

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Lauri Markkanen News / Hoops Rumors / September 10

Lauri Markkanen, Finland advance to EuroBasket semifinals

The Finnish national team will compete in the EuroBasket semifinals for the first time in the history of the competition after defeating Georgia by a score of 93-79 in the quarterfinals on Wednesday.

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Lauri Markkanen News / SLC Dunk / September 9

Who is Miikka Muurinen of Finland?

With the success of Lauri Markkanen and Finland in Eurobasket, there’s another rising star gaining a lot of spotlight, Miikka Muurinen. But who is he? Well, he might be the next best European prospect coming to the NBA.

Lauri Markkanen News / The SportsRush / September 9

Predicting an All-Star Season for Lauri Markkanen, NBA Insiders Discuss Biggest Question Surrounding Him

Not many players in the EuroBasket 2025 have been as impressive as Lauri Markkanen. The Utah Jazz star has dominated in the tournament, showing signs of his All-Star self from the 2022-23 NBA season, something that he’s been lacking in the last two NBA seasons.

Utah Jazz News / NBA Analysis Network / September 8

Lauri Markkanen is proving critics wrong with EuroBasket run, Nikola Jokic and Serbia upset made things clear

Lauri Markkanen is reminding a lot of fans how great he is with his EuroBasket performances, but he’s also pushing back on a popular narrative. Lauri Markkanen has struggled to put on the type of performances he did during the 2022-23 NBA season, where he earned his first All-Star nomination.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / September 7

Jazz’s Lauri Markkanen Has Shot at History in EuroBasket

Utah Jazz star Lauri Markkanen and Finland have officially discovered their matchup on the horizon in this year's EuroBasket quarter-finals: they'll be facing Georgia.

NBA News / Yardbarker / September 7

Five standout players from first EuroBasket knockout games

The first four games of the Round of 16 knockout phase at the FIBA EuroBasket 2025 are in the books, and there were several standout performances.

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Nikola Jokic, Serbia eliminated by Finland, Lauri Markkanen in upset

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / September 6

Nikola Jokic, Serbia eliminated by Lauri Markkanen, Finland in stunning upset

Jokic delivered 33 points and eight rebounds, but Serbia was no match for Lauri Markkanen and Finland.

Turkey, Germany advance to EuroBasket quarterfinals

Luka Doncic missed his national anthem because of a bathroom emergency

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Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / September 5

NBA Insider Predicts Strong Trade Buzz on Jazz's Lauri Markkanen

The Utah Jazz, to this point, have shown no interest in trading away their star Lauri Markkanen, despite any buzz that may have surrounded his name in potential rumors across the past several months.

Utah Jazz News / Hardwood Heroics / September 5

'Most Interesting Trade Candidate in the NBA' – Utah Jazz Star Labeled as One of the NBA’s Top Trade Targets in 2025-26

Lauri Markkanen was on the Utah Jazz’s trade block last year before the team ultimately gave him a five-year, $238 million extension, which kicks in at the start of the 2025-26 campaign.

Utah Jazz News / NBA Analysis Network / September 4

Tim Legler tells NBA fans to watch out for ‘crazy’ prospect exactly like Lauri Markkanen, ‘He’s the next guy’

Lauri Markkanen is reminding basketball fans that he can be one of the best players in the world at EuroBasket this summer. Markkanen scored almost 26 points per game for the Utah Jazz three seasons ago and made the NBA All-Star team.

Utah Jazz News / SLC Dunk / September 3

Lauri Markkanen and Finland lose to Germany

Finland lost today in rough fashion 91-61 to Germany who finished perfect in Group B play in Eurobasket. This doesn’t mean that Finland is eliminated; they have already secured a spot in the Round of 16 in Riga.

Utah Jazz News / The Lead / September 2

Lauri Markkanen Trade Rumors Aren’t Going Away Anytime Soon

The Utah Jazz find themselves at a familiar crossroads. On one hand, Lauri Markkanen remains their most reliable star and the face of the franchise. On the other hand, his name is surfacing in trade discussions again, with the San Antonio Spurs and Golden State Warriors both linked as potential suitors.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / September 2

Lakers Fans Debate Whether They'd Trade Austin Reaves For Lauri Markkanen

Utah Jazz star Lauri Markkanen has been the subject of trade rumors for years now, but no deal appears to have ever come close to materializing. With Markkanen shining at EuroBasket 2025, there has again been some chatter about him being on his way out, and a Los Angeles Lakers fan account on X asked fans if they would trade Austin Reaves for him.

Utah Jazz News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 27

Lauri Markkanen gives Jazz fans hope with dominant EuroBasket opener for Finland

Amid the EuroBasket 2025 tournament, Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen is playing for Finland and didn’t disappoint in their first-round opening matchup against Sweden.

Utah Jazz News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 27

3 Lauri Markkanen bold predictions for Finland’s EuroBasket 2025 run

Finland may not be considered a traditional basketball powerhouse, but one thing is clear heading into EuroBasket 2025: the team has one of the best players in the tournament.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / August 26

Trading for Lauri Markkanen is the 'all-in' move the Charlotte Hornets should make

Antennas across the Charlotte Hornets universe were raised when Jeff Peterson said this on Reel Access: 'There's going to be a time that we cash in. We take all of our chips, assets, whatever it is, and we're gonna go get that guy.

Utah Jazz News / Yardbarker / August 27

NBA All-Star poised to show off at home for EuroBasket

Lauri Markkanen had a disappointing 2024-25 season for the Utah Jazz. He's looked like a superstar in the first game of EuroBasket.

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NBA News / Last Word On Sports / August 19

Lauri Markkanen To Pistons? What This Rumored Trade Means

With the 2025-26 NBA season fast approaching, the Detroit Pistons might not be finished shaping their roster. The latest buzz from the rumor mill has the Pistons eyeing Utah Jazz star Lauri Markkanen in a potential blockbuster trade.

Utah Jazz News / Larry Brown Sports / August 17

Lauri Markkanen is posting insane numbers while playing in Europe

Lauri Markkanen has been preparing to play for Finland in the FIBA EuroBasket 2025 tournament, and the Utah Jazz star appears to be in peak form. Markkanen and Finland played their third EuroBasket prep exhibition game on Saturday and beat Poland 97-88.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 13

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Utah Jazz News / Yardbarker / July 30

Are Jazz finally ready to part ways with All-Star forward?

The Jazz's rebuilding project feels like it’s accelerating, and Lauri Markkanen might be the next domino to fall.

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Utah Jazz News / Hoops Wire / July 23

Jazz Exec Issues Statement On Lauri Markkanen’s Future In Utah

NBA reporter Keith Smith of Spotrac spoke to a Utah Jazz front office executive about Lauri Markkanen’s future with the franchise. The Jazz acquired Markkanen from the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2022 in the blockbuster Donovan Mitchell trade.