Markkanen has had a down season for the tanking Jazz after signing a five-year, $238 million contract this summer. The ...

Markkanen (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Markkanen has been dealing with a back issue over the last month, but he has been able to suit up for each of the previous five games. Over that stretch, he has averaged 19.4 points and 5.6 rebounds ...