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Nice performance off bench Kessler finished with 12 points (5-5 FG, 2-6 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and one steal over 24 minutes during Wednesday's 123-102 victory over the Nuggets.

Impact Kessler's rookie debut went well. He saw 24 minutes off the bench -- more than starter Kelly Olynyk (15) -- and finished with a double-double on 100 percent shooting. His playing time, along with Olynyk's, may vary based on matchup. Still, fantasy managers who drafted Kessler certainly aren't feeling buyer's remorse.

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jazz rookie Walker Kessler is learning by asking questions: 'Everyone is here to help' Kessler is seeking advice from everyone -- coach Will Hardy, Jordan Clarkson, Rudy Gay -- on how to become a better NBA player.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Blocks four shots Tuesday Kessler has 12 points (5-6 FG, 2-4 FT), seven rebounds, four blocks and one assist in 25 minutes during Tuesday's loss to the Spurs.

Impact Kessler was fantastic in the loss, flashing his tremendous defensive upside. While he is slated to come off the bench behind Kelly Olynyk, there is certainly a chance his role expands as the season progresses. At this stage, he is nothing more than a late-round flier; however, his game translates very well when it comes to fantasy production, making him a name to monitor moving forward.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 11 points off bench Kessler recorded 11 points (5-7 FG, 1-3 FT) and four rebounds across 14 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 114-82 loss against the Raptors.

Impact It was a solid pro debut for Kessler, who turned heads with his play during training camp and might be in the mix for real minutes as the season progresses. The rookie out of Auburn is slated to open the season as the team's backup center behind Kelly Olynyk, but he should find a steady role in the rotation in a rebuilding Utah squad.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Utah's Rudy Gobert reportedly traded to T-Wolves

The Utah Jazz have reportedly traded All-Star center Rudy Gobert to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Utah's Rudy Gobert reportedly traded to T-Wolves

Traded to Utah Kessler -- along with Malik Beasley, Patrick Beverley, Jarred Vanderbilt, Leandro Bolmaro and four first-round picks -- was traded Friday from the Timberwolves to the Jazz for Rudy...

Impact Kessler was just drafted by the Wolves with the No. 22 overall pick, but he'll quickly have a new home with the Jazz. It's unclear what Utah plans to do at center, but the rookie may be in the mix for real minutes.

JULY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

T-wolves welcome rookie Kessler's defense, size and upside

Walker Kessler will bring a 7-foot-1 presence and prolific shot-blocking ability to the Minnesota Timberwolves

JUNE 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS