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Walker Ross Kessler (born July 26, 2001) is an American professional basketball player for the Utah Jazz of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He played college basketball for the North Carolina Tar Heels and Auburn Tigers.
Walker Kessler is a 22-year-old center for the Utah Jazz, drafted in 2022 from Auburn. He averages 8.1 points and 7.5 rebounds per game, and has a 65.4 field goal percentage.
Jun 24, 2022 · Walker Kessler is a 7-foot center who plays for the Utah Jazz. He was drafted by the Memphis Grizzlies in 2022 and won the All-Rookie award in his first season.
- Atlanta, Georgia, United States
- July 26, 2001
Jul 26, 2001 · Walker Kessler is a 22-year-old rookie center for the Utah Jazz, drafted in 2022 from Auburn. He averages 8.1 points, 7.5 rebounds and 0.9 blocks per game, and has won the NBA Rookie of the Month award.
May 26, 2024 · What happened to Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler during second season in the NBA? Is Walker Kessler still in Utah Jazz's long-term plans? After stellar rookie season, Jazz big man leveled off during sophomore campaign.
- Sarah Todd
- stodd@deseretnews.com
Feb 17, 2023 · Today, Kessler is one of the best rookies in the league because he is already one of the best rim protectors in basketball. He is, at times, a shot-blocking machine, a guy who already gives...
Sep 2, 2023 · Utah Jazz rookie center Walker Kessler shares his reaction, excitement and learning from representing the United States at the FIBA World Cup 2023. He talks about his defensive role, his minutes increase and his matchups against bigger teams.
