Overview
- Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix reports the Jazz are “very open” to dealing Markkanen and previously declined a 2024 Warriors offer while expecting a stronger market.
- HoopsRumors relays Andy Larsen’s reporting that Markkanen is trade-eligible again after last season’s extension barred a move.
- New basketball operations chief Austin Ainge pushed back on predictions Markkanen will be gone within a year, while noting no player is truly untradeable.
- Jake Fischer reports Utah is listening rather than shopping, with rival teams also eyeing veteran Kevin Love after notable preseason minutes.
- Larsen reports Markkanen sustained a minor left wrist contusion at EuroBasket but has been working out and expects to be available for opening night.