The Utah Jazz could be preparing for a massive move...
Despite Utah remaining resolute in their stance to try and keep Markkanen in the fold for the long haul, it's not stopping other teams from trying their hand at an attempt to acquire him. As the offseason has continued to progress, more and more teams have seemingly shown interest in the 27-year-old forward, which makes you ponder if something substantial could be in the works.
"The Sacramento Kings, to my knowledge, earlier this week, were close to a deal. I do think that, based off the conversations I've had... Utah prefers to keep Lauri and re-negotiate and extend him. They can't do that though, until August 6th.
Sending out a package that the Jazz are willing to accept would have to be substantial, but it's not impossible to see come to fruition. Thein order to bring in Mikal Bridges, who hasn't even made an All-Star appearance during his six years in the league.
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