OKC Thunder Viewed as 'Real Suitor' to Land Utah Jazz Forward Lauri Markkanen

The Oklahoma City Thunder are viewed as real suitors for Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen on the trade market.

As NBA 2k25 Summer League wraps up, the league is set to shift into the doldrums of the NBA offseason. Though, one stone is left unturned this summer: What will the Jazz do with forward Lauri Markkanen?

"There is nothing indicating that this is currently on the minds of the Thunder's front office, but this organization as a whole always keeps their plans tight. If league personnel are discussing the possibility of Oklahoma City pursuing Markkanen ahead of becoming extension-eligible in just over two weeks, perhaps there is some truth to this narrative," Siegel said at Clutch Points on Monday.

However, the idea of adding Markkanen remains far-fetched despite being able to afford the Danny Ainge price point, it does not make logical sense. Oklahoma City believes in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren as their championship core and would be unable to keep four max contract players under the new CBA and in the second smallest market in the league.

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