Lauri Markkanen Returns to Help Jazz Rout Clippers

Lauri Markkanen Returns to Help Jazz Rout Clippers
Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac (40) defends against Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (23) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Salt Lake City, on Jan. 18, 2023. Rick Bowmer/AP Photo
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SALT LAKE CITY—Lauri Markkanen had 34 points and 12 rebounds to help the Utah Jazz beat the short-handed Los Angeles Clippers 126–103 on Wednesday night, Jan. 18.

Markkanen returned after missing two games because of a bruised hip. He made six 3-pointers and had his 11th game with at least 30 points this season.