NBA Penalizes Jazz for Not Making Lauri Markkanen Accessible

The NBA has made it known today that the Utah Jazz are facing a hefty $100,000 fine due to breaching the league’s Player Participation Policy. This penalty stems from the team’s decision not to have Lauri Markkanen, who is considered a key player under this rule, in action for their matchup against the Washington Wizards on March 5, held at the Capital One Arena, along with other recent games. This Player Participation Policy was established before the start of the 2023-24 season, aiming to ensure that players frequently take part in the regular season games.