Some Walker Kessler blocks surprise opponents, his coach, even himself
“How ’Bout This Jazz” newsletter: The rookie big man says he apparently surprises opponents quite often. Plus, Damian Jones gets his 3-point stroke going, and THT learns from the point god.
(Trent Nelson | The Salt Lake Tribune) Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler (24) blocks a shot by Sacramento Kings forward Trey Lyles (41) as the Utah Jazz host the Sacramento Kings, NBA basketball in Salt Lake City on Monday, March 20, 2023.
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