Lauri Markkanen
#23PF · Utah Jazz
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsB+
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 492 | 18.9 | 7.1 | 1.5 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 45.8% | 37.0% | 87.1% |
| 2025-26 | 42 | 26.7 | 6.9 | 2.1 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 47.7% | 35.5% | 89.6% |
| 2024-25 | 47 | 19.0 | 5.9 | 1.5 | 0.7 | 0.4 | 42.3% | 34.6% | 87.6% |
| 2023-24 | 55 | 23.2 | 8.2 | 2.0 | 0.9 | 0.5 | 48.0% | 39.9% | 89.9% |
Current Contract
Length
4 years
Total Value
$92.5M
AAV
$23.1M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Lauri Markkanen's contract with the Utah Jazz grades out as a good value contract, earning a B CVI grade. At $23.1M per year over 4 years, this is a mid-tier contract. Lauri's deal falls in the mid-tier tier for NBA Power Forwards. At 28 years old, Lauri is in or near prime years, which supports the investment. The front office found good value in the open market with this signing. This contract should provide positive value over its duration if performance holds steady.
Performance Analysis
Lauri Markkanen earns a B+ Performance grade, reflecting above-average production for a Power Forward. Across 492 career games, Lauri has averaged 18.9 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game. Lauri's strongest metric is FG% at 4575.7, compared to the NBA Power Forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 1.5, below the Power Forward median of 4.0. Among 83 NBA Power Forwards graded this season, Lauri ranks 6th in overall performance. Lauri is a quality starter contributing on both ends for the Utah Jazz.
Current Sentiment
Media and fans express concern over Markkanen's injury status and availability heading into 2025-26. His B+ performance is overshadowed by recurring injury questions affecting consistency and reliability. Contract value appears questionable given uncertainty surrounding his health and durability long-term. Injury narrative dominates coverage; potential season shutdown looms large over franchise plans. Fan confidence leans pessimistic due to injury concerns outweighing his talented skill set currently.
Transaction History
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