Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen will be re-evaluated in four weeks after suffering two non-displaced fractures in his right hand, the team announced Wednesday.
The injury sidelines the 27-year-old Finnish international for at least a month, dealing a significant blow to Utah's frontcourt depth. Markkanen, who has emerged as a cornerstone for the Jazz since arriving from Cleveland, was averaging 23.2 points and 8.7 rebounds per game this season.
Non-displaced fractures typically require immobilization and rest rather than surgery, but the four-week timeline means Markkanen will miss a substantial stretch of games as Utah navigates a competitive Western Conference.
The Jazz have not specified how the injury occurred, but Markkanen's absence will likely increase opportunities for younger forwards and test the team's depth in the coming weeks.
