Buying and selling Lauri Markkanen would purchase Utah a one-way ticket towards the entrance of the tank line, and Markkanen certainly stands as maybe the league’s most intriguing commerce chip with Mikal Bridges now in New York. A pile of teams have shown interest in him, including the San Antonio Spurs, Sacramento Kings, Miami Heat and Warriors, sources said. Historical past suggests Danny Ainge, Utah’s CEO, will transfer Markkanen as soon as somebody meets his value. That might be tomorrow or months from now if the Jazz increase Markkanen’s wage after which signal him to a contract extension as soon as they’re allowed to take action in early August. -via ESPN / July 5, 2024
