Utah Jazz Lauri Markkanen entering the 2023-24 NBA season with quite a lot to prove.
Utah Jazz Lauri Markkanen finds himself entering the 2023-24 NBA season with a handful to prove (Photo: hoopshype)
After successful season with the Utah Jazz a year ago, fans are eager to see if the Finnish product has what it takes to keep pushing forward and climbing the league ranks.
In the recent published article by Sports Illustrated, some, though, still underestimate Utah Jazz Lauri Markkanen’s development as a player. In HoopsHype’s most current ranking of the NBA’s top power forwards, the Jazzman was ranked 8, with names like Orlando Magic F Paolo Banchero (7) and New Orleans Pelicans F Zion Williamson (4).
Utah Jazz Lauri Markkanen averaged 25.6 points, 8.6 rebounds, and 1.9 assists on top efficiency (49.9/39.1/87.5) in 66 games last season, contributing majorly to Utah’s stunning season.
Making his first All-Star appearance in a crowded Western Conference is an indicator to how good Utah Jazz Lauri Markkanen was playing.
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Utah Jazz Lauri Markkanen also possesses an incredibly unique skill set that is not only difficult to equal; it is also difficult to find a comparison. A seven-footer who can score at all levels of the floor is hard to come by, and he’s only getting better with time.
According to Sports Illustrated, another strong season under his belt could be just what Utah Jazz Lauri Markkanen needs to gain more respect in the league. Reloading an already exciting young core of three first-round draft picks could be just what the Jazz need to take the next step.
With an improved team and record in store for Utah, expect another explosive season from The Finnisher in his seventh year as a pro.
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