Lauri Markkanen

The Golden State Warriors have been eager to improve their Stephen Curry-led roster this offseason.

Utah Jazz star Lauri Markkanen has put trade rumors to rest for at least another year by signing a new 5-year, $238 million contract, including $200 million in new money.

Markkanen has been considered a potential trade target for contending teams this summer, but the Utah Jazz star might soon put those rumors to rest.

The Warriors have been linked to the Jazz All-Star for weeks, especially after Klay Thompson’s departure, creating a need for a secondary scorer alongside Steph Curry.

The Utah Jazz seem open to trading forward Lauri Markkanen this offseason, with the Golden State Warriors emerging as a strong suitor after missing out on Paul George.

With only 0.9 seconds remaining and the Jazz trailing 140-137, Jazz player Lauri Markkanen attempted a three-pointer in the corner.

With only 0.9 seconds remaining and the Jazz trailing 140-137, Jazz player Lauri Markkanen attempted a three-pointer in the corner.

With only 0.9 seconds remaining and the Jazz trailing 140-137, Jazz player Lauri Markkanen attempted a three-pointer in the corner.