The Golden State Warriors had a well-documented interest in acquiring Lauri Markkanen before he signed a contract extension with the Utah Jazz.

Throughout the offseason, the biggest plotline for the Golden State Warriors was their major interest in the Utah Jazz's All-Star Lauri Markkanen. Unfortunately for Warriors fans, the team didn't make a good enough offer to acquire the All-Star.

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen was at the center of trade rumors involving the Golden State Warriors. Reports from Shams Charania indicated that the Warriors had made a significant proposal to acquire Markkanen.

O n tuning out the noise and rumbles that the speculation was wearing on him: Lauri Markkanen: Before in my career it used to be [louder], but now it was moreso, I was able to go

Utah Jazz All-Star forward Lauri Markkanen removed himself from trade discussions, at least until after the season, by signing a five-year, $238 million extension on August 7. This move effectively ended the Golden State Warriors’ pursuit of him during the offseason.