The Golden State Warriors’ pursuit of Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen could drag on for some time, even as it’s unclear whether their trade offer is enough.
Multiple reports since the start of free agency have indicated that the Dubs’ desire to bring in the 27-year-old big man is very real and very strong. But it should come as no surprise that general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. isn’t the only NBA executive interested in a player who’s 7 feet tall, has averaged 24.5 points and 8.4 rebounds per game over his past two seasons and can shoot 40% from three.