The Oklahoma City Thunder trade for Lauri Markkanen of the Utah Jazz is on the cards. Rich people can buy whatever they want. The Oklahoma City Thunder are the richest franchise at the moment when it comes to draft capital. Although they can buy whoever they want, they haven’t been linked heavily with a lot of players. They are ranked 2nd in the Western Conference and might not make any move at all. But the stakes will be high in the playoffs, should they acquire somebody who can take them through it?
The Utah Jazz might need to reconsider their roster, especially given their current standing as 12th in the Western Conference with a 7-13 record. Even if they are reluctant to trade away their 26-year-old forward, Lauri Markkanen, there’s a possibility that the player himself might request a trade. Markkanen, who has participated in 15 games this season, boasts impressive averages of 23.7 points, 1.1 assists, and 8.7 rebounds, with a notable 38.7 percent shooting accuracy from beyond the arc. The question arises: should the Utah Jazz consider parting ways with him if they receive an enticing return package?
Here is all the information you need about Utah Jazz’s Lauri Markkanen trade to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
What would the OC Thunder offer for Lauri Markkanen?
The Oklahoma City Thunder are expected to offer Davis Bertans, Josh Giddey and one first round pick each from the years 2024,2025 and 2026 in exchange for the Utah Jazz’s #23. But the Thunder are doing great this season and they might wait for next season to make a move.
Interesting tidbit we just came across…
According to @JWeinbachNBA Lauri Markkanen could be a name to watch during the trade deadline 👀
“If Utah continues to trend downward, there’s a chance that the organization sells high on key veterans to prioritize the long-term future.… pic.twitter.com/zZTz7mjUmz
— Let’s Talk Knicks (LTK) (@LetsTalkKnicks_) November 30, 2023
Why would the OC Thunder like to sign Lauri Markkanen?
Imagine having an amount of money that can’t fit into your house. The Oklahoma City Thunder are leaving that dream right now. They might be forced to flip their draft capital since they can’t use it all. In that scenario, they can acquire Lauri Markkanen from the Utah Jazz who is a brilliant shot-creator and floor spacer.
HYPOTHETICAL
What would a trade offer have to include for the Jazz to move on from Lauri Markkanen? pic.twitter.com/HYf6cRcYdc
— Jazz Lead (@JazzLead) December 3, 2023
Why would the Utah Jazz trade off Lauri Markkanen?
The Utah Jazz would not like to part ways with their forward. But if they get a good return package, they are unlikely to say no. This deal would make them one of the richest franchises in the league.
WIll Lauri Markkanen stay with the Utah Jazz? How would the OC Thunder line up? We’ll keep you updated.
