Walker Kessler is resting and will not take the court for the Utah Jazz in their upcoming game against the New Orleans Pelicans. The game is scheduled for January 17, 2025, at the Smoothie King Center. This decision follows his recent performance against the Charlotte Hornets on January 15, where he contributed with 11 points and 8 rebounds.
What It Means
Walker Kessler has been a key contributor for the Jazz this season, averaging 10.8 points and leading the team with 11.3 rebounds per game. He has played in 32 games so far, missing seven. In games he has participated in, the Jazz have averaged 110.3 points per game compared to 113.9 when he is absent. Despite his contributions, the team’s record stands at 8-24 when he plays and improves slightly to 2-5 when he does not play.
