Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen out for at least a month with injury

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 6:37 PM

Last updated Nov 11, 2026

Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen out for at least a month with injury
Summary

The Utah Jazz will be without star forward Lauri Markkanen for at least a month due to a non-displaced fracture in his right hand. The injury was confirmed by sources close to the team. Markkanen’s absence adds to the Jazz's injury woes this season, impacting their performance as they aim to improve their standing. His return timeline remains uncertain, pending further evaluation of his condition.

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  • •Markkanen has a non-displaced fracture in his right hand.
  • •He will be sidelined for at least one month.
  • •The injury comes amid multiple issues for the Jazz this season.
  • •The franchise is seeking to improve its overall performance.
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  • 6:37 PMESPN — Sources: Injury-plagued Jazz lose Markkanen for at least 1 month
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Jazz star Lauri Markkanen has a non-displaced fracture in his right hand and will be sidelined at least a month, sources told ESPN.

— ESPNby Shams Charania and Tim MacMahon
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