Laurie Markkanen was the fastest-growing player in the 22-23 season, averaging 34.4 minutes and getting 25.6 points, 8.6 rebounds and 1.9 assists, with a shooting percentage of 49.9% and a three-point shooting percentage of 39.1%. He became the top striker in the East and was selected into the All-Star team. Markkanen ushered in the highlight of his career at the age of 25, and he will continue to lead the Finnish men’s basketball team to the World Cup this summer.
Marca’s performance in the European Championship last summer was unparalleled, averaging 27.9 points, 8.1 rebounds and 2.4 assists. His shooting percentage was 54.2%, his shooting percentage from three-pointers was 40.5% and his shooting percentage from free throws was 90.6%. At that time, the whole world said that Marca’s future was bound to be boundless, and as a result, he really broke out in the Jazz.
On July 27th, NBA reporter Michael Schmidt reported that the Jazz may negotiate with Markkanen to renew the contract in advance this summer. He can sign a contract with a maximum of 81.9 million yuan for five years, including 17.25 million yuan in 23-24 season and 18.04 million yuan in 24-25 season (only 6 million yuan is guaranteed, and it will be fully guaranteed on draft night), making a total of 117.19 million dollars for five years, with an average salary of only 23.43 million dollars.
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