Lauri Markkanen is the engine that will determine how far the Utah Jazz go in 2024. The Finnish superstar had a breakout season in the NBA, earning his first All-Star nod while nearly leading the team to the postseason; or at the very least the play-in tournament. The team fell short and Markkanen missed some time down the stretch but for the most part, it was seen as a successful season.
But the fact is, Markkanen didn’t lead the team to the postseason. A huge move in any NBA superstar’s quest to land a spot in the MVP debate.