Jazz F Lauri Markkanen (hip, ankle) out vs. Pelicans

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the visiting New Orleans Pelicans due to a right hip impingement and a right ankle sprain.

Markkanen initially was listed as questionable after sustaining his injuries during practice on Wednesday.

He scored 29 points in Utah's 125-105 loss to the Houston Rockets on Monday, He is averaging 26.7 points, 6.9 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 42 games (all starts) this season.

Signed to a four-year, $195.9 million contract...