Another likely obstacle that should be factored into the persistent Markkanen-to-Detroit speculation: Utah would almost certainly want Thompson in return. Sources say that the Jazz, in fact, considered trading up to select him during the 2023 NBA Draft.

The Utah Jazz have quickly called up two of their players from the Salt Lake City Stars only a couple of days after assigning them to the G League. According to a team announcement, the Jazz have called up Taylor Hendricks and Walter Clayton Jr. from the Stars after initially assigning them both earlier in the week.

Luka Doncic scores 33, LeBron James adds 17 in a 108-106 win as the Lakers move to 12-4 on the season. Starting center Deandre Ayton didn’t play in the second half and was ruled out of the game

Deandre Ayton left Sunday's Lakers versus Jazz matchup with an injury. JJ Redick didn't have much of an update after.

The Jazz had a chance to tie or win on the final possession but ended up in scramble play. But Keyonte George is looking at the totality of the game

Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton was forced to leave Sunday's 108-106 win over the Utah Jazz with a right knee contusion in the second quarter. He didn't return.

Luka Doncic had 33 points and 11 rebounds and LeBron James scored 17 points in his first road game of the season as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Utah Jazz 108-106. James added eight assists and six rebounds in 34 minutes.

Luka Doncic and the Lakers stayed composed again and secured a narrow 108-106 victory at Delta Center vs. Jazz.

Nov 16, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz center Kyle Filipowski (22) and Utah Jazz guard Isaiah Collier (8) react to a layup made during the first half by Utah Jazz center Kyle Filipowski (22) against the Chicago Bulls at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Peter Creveling-Imagn Images | Peter Creveling-Imagn Images

Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton suffered the knee injury in the first half against the Utah Jazz on Sunday.