Lauri Markkanen

Utah is tanking but Markkanen, an All-Star in 2023, qualifies for the league's Player Participation Policy.

Markkanen (back) has been cleared to play in Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.

Markkanen is available after initially being questionable for Wednesday's game. His return will push Johnny Juzang to the bench, making it unnecessary to stream him. Juzang should remain in the rotation, but he's only worth the risk on nights when the Jazz are playing without multiple starters.

Utah is tanking but Markkanen, an All-Star in 2023, qualifies for the league's Player Participation Policy.

Markkanen has missed Utah's last nine games with a back issue, and there is a chance that he misses a 10th-straight on Wednesday. Johnny Juzang should remain in the starting lineup as long as Markkanen is sidelined.