Lauri Markkanen, who was drafted by the Minnesota Timberwolves with the seventh pick of the first round of the 2017 NBA draft, was recently rumored to be joining the Golden State Warriors in a potential trade. But since the transfer conditions were not fulfilled, Markkanen—also referred to as the “finisher”—left supporters wondering where he may end up. However, recent reports from an NBA insider cleared all the rumors and provided insight into Markkanen’s new deal.
According to recent reports by Shams Charania, NBA Insider at The Athletic, Markkanen is expected to sign a multi-year extension with the Jazz, and the Warriors will not be trading for him.
“All-Star forward Lauri Markkanen has been the NBA’s most desired trade candidate this offseason, but he isn’t going anywhere. Markkanen and the Utah Jazz are expected to agree to a massive, long-term contract extension, planned to be signed Wednesday or later, making him ineligible to be traded for the entire 2024-25 season, league sources tell The Athletic.” Charania wrote in his latest post on X (formerly known as Twitter).
The news was devasting for the Warriors fans, who were expecting the new superstar to be added to the roster to support Stephen Curry and Draymond Green next season.
Jazz Fans Unleash Witty Banter and Trolled Warriors Supporters After Markkanen’s Contract Buzz
Jazz fans got creative with their jokes after Markkanen’s contract news and wasted no time trolling Warriors fans in the comment section.
One fan poked fun at Warriors fans by saying, “Warriors fans thought they were getting Lauri.”
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Meanwhile, the official account of Fanduel TV also commented on the post, “Warriors fans seeing this.”
Following the failed Markkanen deal, a different fan offered the Warriors some very wise counsel, “Warriors should focus on Brandon Ingram.”
A shoulder injury sidelined Markkanen for several games during the 2023–24 season. Despite this setback, the 27-year-old forward managed to average 23.2 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 2.0 assists in the most recent season.
