Lauri Markkanen makes one last stellar All-Star Game audition

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From coach Will Hardy, after the Utah Jazz's latest win on Wednesday night

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Lowry as a reserve for the NBA All-Star Game coming Thursday evening

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Markkanen was asked about the possibility of being declared as a forward.

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He is averaging 24.9 points and 8.7 rebounds this season, shooting 52.0% from the field and 43.2% from 3-point range.

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And although his performance in the 131-128 win over the Raptors was the best in the Feb. 19 showcase for Western Conference coaches

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came after the deadline for making his choice for the reserve, yet it did not allow his candidacy

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Served as an exclamation point: 28 points on 7-for-13 shooting from the field, 4 of 9 from the arc,

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