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Walker Kessler Returns to Utah Jazz
Walker Kessler prepares to compete against former Utah Jazz teammates in his first game back.
In brief
Walker Kessler prepares to compete against former Utah Jazz teammates in his first game back. Walker Kessler says he's excited to compete against Utah Jazz after returning to his old franchise. Originally reported by Utah Jazz On SI.
Walker Kessler's return
Walker Kessler will play his first game for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Utah Jazz this weekend.
Kessler's Utah roots
Kessler spent the first four years of his NBA career with the Utah Jazz before joining the Lakers.
Kessler's recent performance
Kessler averages 24.0 points, 8.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 4.0 blocks in two games this season.
Kessler's comments
Kessler said he's excited to compete against Utah Jazz players and coach Will Hardy.
“I'm so excited to compete against those guys, Coach [Will] Hardy does a great job with that franchise, and all my past teammates, they're great players. Really talented, really competitive.”
Kessler's game plan
Kessler aims to have a statement performance against his former team to lift the Lakers to their third straight win.
Jazz game impact
A win for the Jazz would give them back-to-back victories in their upcoming games.
Kessler's role
Kessler serves as a high-end interior defender and frontcourt complement to Luka Doncic for the Lakers.
Kessler's return context
Kessler's return follows a sign-and-trade deal with the Jazz earlier this offseason.
Kessler's future game
Kessler will face the Utah Jazz in a game that could be a momentum builder for the Jazz.
Here's the gist
Walker Kessler says he's excited to compete against Utah Jazz after returning to his old franchise.
