Markkanen drawing interest from Charlotte Hornets / News - Basketnews.com

Restricted free agent Lauri Markkanen could be changing teams, per Shams Charania report.

Lauri Markkanen

Position:PF, CAge:24Height:213 cmWeight:116 kgBirth place:FinlandProfileNewsStatistics

The Charlotte Hornets have emerged with a strong interest in a potential offer sheet for the Finnish forward. According to the league rules, restricted free agents can begin signing offer sheets on Friday.

Lauri Markkanen (24, 2.13) was picked 7th overall in the 2017 NBA Draft. He was All-Rookie first-team selection after starting all 68 games and averaging 15.2 PPG and 7.5 RPG in his first year with the Chicago Bulls. In four seasons former Arizona Wildcat has averaged 15.6 points and 7.2 rebounds across 221 games (195 starts).

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