Lauri Markkanen was a late scratch prior to the team’s game on Friday due to a flare-up of the back issues that have ailing him throughout the year. He is deemed questionable for the contest due to the same issue.

PORTLAND — The Utah Jazz absolutely clobbered the Portland Trail Blazers, 141-99, at the Moda Center on Friday night, ending a five-game losing streak. Before we get into the future implications of this game, first, some light housekeeping.