In Stein’s article:

There’s a belief among some in the league that Utah’s interest in Golden State’s Brandon Podziemski, along with potential future draft picks from the Warriors, is significant enough to keep the possibility of a Markkanen trade alive before August 6. This date is crucial because it’s when Markkanen becomes eligible to renegotiate his contract with the Jazz for a higher amount than his current $18 million salary for the 2024-25 season.

Podziemski seems to be central to this potential trade for the Jazz. Acquiring him would make a Markkanen trade more appealing to the Jazz, who also want future draft picks included in the deal. It looks like the Jazz have set a sort of deadline for themselves regarding Markkanen on August 6.

The Warriors might be open to trading a different player if requested by the Jazz. There’s growing speculation that Golden State would be more inclined to move Jonathan Kuminga rather than Podziemski in a trade for Markkanen or a major deal. So far, the Warriors’ offers for Markkanen have centered around Moses Moody and draft picks, without including Podziemski or Kuminga.

It appears that the Jazz and Warriors are in a bit of a standoff. If the Jazz decide to renegotiate Markkanen’s contract on August 6, it could push back these trade discussions to the next deadline. With August 6 approaching, it remains to be seen if the Jazz and Warriors will reach an agreement.