The NBA has issued a $100,000 fine to the Utah Jazz for breaching its player participation policy. The infraction occurred when the Jazz did not make power forward Lauri Markkanen available during a game against the Washington Wizards on March 5, along with other recent matchups. Markkanen, an All-Star in 2023, has been sidelined since February 22 due to a back injury. The Jazz, with a current record of 15-50, could face a more significant penalty of $250,000 for any further violations of this policy.
The Utah Jazz were fined $100,000 for failing to comply with the NBA's player participation policy by not making star player Lauri Markkanen available for games.
Markkanen, who was an All-Star in 2023, has not played since February 22 due to a back injury, contributing to the Jazz's struggles.
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