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Warriors eye Lauri Markkanen as potential trade target for upcoming season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 1:58 AM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Warriors eye Lauri Markkanen as potential trade target for upcoming season

Summary

The Golden State Warriors are reportedly considering a trade for Lauri Markkanen of the Utah Jazz. Sources indicate that Markkanen may be available as the Jazz focus on younger talent. Historical interest from the Warriors could rekindle, especially as Markkanen's role may be diminished in Utah. The team is expected to explore various options to enhance their roster, possibly involving a significant player like Draymond Green or Jimmy Butler along with draft picks. Negotiations around Markkanen's potential availability have intensified as the season approaches.

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Market Watch

•Warriors are exploring trades to improve their team this season.
•Lauri Markkanen may be available as Jazz focus on younger players.
•Golden State previously showed interest in Markkanen but faced high trade demands.
•A major trade piece like Draymond Green may be required in negotiations.
•Markkanen's fit in the Warriors' system hinges on his health.

Latest Updates

1:58 AMYahoo Sports — Warriors Get Great News On Lauri Markkanen Trade This Season

What they're saying

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The Golden State Warriors will need to explore every option to improve the team during the upcoming season, and one All-Star NBA talent that the franchise loves could be available. A new report cites Utah Jazz star Lauri Markkanen as being one of the top stars who could realistically hit the trade block this season. […] The post Warriors Get Great News On Lauri Markkanen Trade This Season appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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