Jazz's Lauri Markkanen Trade Speculations Stir NBA Franchises

Utah's reluctance to trade Markkanen impacts Lakers, Warriors, and other teams aiming to acquire the star forward.

• Jazz executive Danny Ainge is hesitant to trade Lauri Markkanen despite substantial offers.
• The Lakers might need to trade Austin Reaves and future picks to land Markkanen.
• Warriors face challenges in offering enough draft picks for Markkanen, considering a trade for Brandon Ingram instead.
• Markkanen's expiring contract and potential $212 million extension complicate trade scenarios.
• Multiple teams are recalibrating their strategies after missing out on Mikal Bridges.

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