Markkanen Scores Career-High 51 Points
Lauri Markkanen scored a career-high 51 points, helping the Utah Jazz outlast the Phoenix Suns 138-134 in overtime.
Markkanen's 51 points marked the first time a Jazz player reached 50 points in the regular season since Karl Malone in 1998.
- Markkanen had 14 rebounds and made all 17 free throws.
- He scored 7 points in the extra period, helping the Jazz recover from a 7-point lead loss in the final 19 seconds of regulation.
It was the most by a Utah player in the regular season since Malone had 56 against Golden State on April 7, 1998.
Other notable performances included Keyonte George with 26 points and 10 assists, and Walker Kessler with 25 points, 11 rebounds, and four blocks.
Author's summary: Markkanen sets career high.
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