Lauri Markkanen put on another strong performance Tuesday, tallying 31 points with five rebounds and two assists in a matchup against the Lakers. Although his run of 40-point games ended at two, Markkanen has scored at least 30 points in four consecutive outings, marking a significant upturn from his 2024-25 season. As one of six players averaging over 30 points per game this season, Markkanen remains a key offensive force for Utah and is expected to maintain this form.