NBA Clarifies Report on Independent Doctor Visit for Lauri Markkanen’s MRI After Jazz Fine
A viral rumor claiming the NBA sent an independent doctor to verify Lauri Markkanen’s MRI after a Jazz tanking fine has been refuted by both the league and the reporter who initially shared the information. The NBA will, however, have access to the MRI results as part of standard procedure. The clarification comes amid ongoing discussions about tanking and player participation policies in the league.