There is legitimate concern about the roster construction of the team now, as well as the potential cap hit Kessler might command down the road.

In Utah’s loss to the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday night, starting center Walker Kessler missed his second game this week due to ‘rest.’ Having a breakthrough season, John Collins has missed seven consecutive games with a hip injury.

Utah Jazz player Walker Kessler had the sweetest reaction when his girlfriend Abbie Stockard won the Miss America pageant on Sunday, Dec. 5.

The Utah Jazz hit the road on Friday to face the New Orleans Pelicans. Both teams will be missing key contributors heading into the contest.  Lauri Markkanen (b

Abbie Stockard, a nursing student and girlfriend of Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler, is the fourth Miss Alabama to claim the title.

Walker Kessler, star center for the Utah Jazz, couldn't be more thrilled for his girlfriend, Abbie Stockard, after her incredible victory at Miss America 2025 on Sunday in Orlando.

No one was more excited about Abbie Stockard’s Miss America 2025 win than her boyfriend, star Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler.

Walker Kessler doesn't have much help around him in New Orleans tonight, so look for the Utah Jazz big to grab a good chunk of the available rebounds tonight, per our NBA betting picks.

Walker Kessler watching his girlfriend Abbie Stockard win Miss America while at dinner with Will Hardy is unbelievable content. (🎥 Kessler’s IG) #TakeNote | @utahjazz pic.twitter.com/1J8ZssN2iE

“Adding Walker Kessler to the Knicks solidifies their frontcourt with a defensive anchor. Kessler, averaging 2.7 blocks per game and shooting 60% from the field, gives New York an elite rim protector and lob threat to pair with Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns.”

Two straight wins from the Utah Jazz wasn't the only thing Walker Kessler had to celebrate this weekend. Kessler watched with Jazz coach Will Hardy on

New Orleans hosts Utah looking to extend its three-game win streak. Monday's meeting is the first of the season for the teams.