Walker Kessler
#24C · Utah Jazz
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 201 | 9.5 | 9.3 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 2.4 | 68.1% | 26.6% | 54.5% |
| 2025-26 | 5 | 14.4 | 10.8 | 3.0 | 1.4 | 1.8 | 70.3% | 75.0% | 70.0% |
| 2024-25 | 58 | 11.1 | 12.2 | 1.7 | 0.6 | 2.4 | 66.3% | 17.6% | 52.0% |
| 2023-24 | 64 | 8.1 | 7.5 | 0.9 | 0.5 | 2.4 | 65.4% | 21.1% | 60.2% |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$4.9M
AAV
$4.9M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Walker Kessler's contract with the Utah Jazz grades out as a fair market value contract, earning a C CVI grade. At $4.9M per year over 1 year, this is a minimum-level contract. Walker's deal falls in the minimum-level tier for NBA Centers. At 24 years old, Walker is in or near prime years, which supports the investment. This deal represents roughly fair market value — neither a steal nor an overpay. The deal will need consistent performance to grade out as a positive move long-term.
Performance Analysis
Walker Kessler earns a C Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Center. Across 201 career games, Walker has averaged 9.5 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game. Walker's strongest metric is FG% at 6811.5, compared to the NBA Center median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 1.2, below the Center median of 4.0. Among 96 NBA Centers graded this season, Walker ranks 53rd in overall performance. Walker will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Utah Jazz.
Current Sentiment
Walker Kessler faces uncertain perception amid injury concerns and trade speculation dominating discussion. His C-grade performance hasn't met early expectations, disappointing fans expecting more consistent production. Contract appears reasonable at $4.9M, but his inconsistency raises questions about long-term role. Trade rumors and shoulder surgery overshadow any positive narratives about his development trajectory. Fan confidence is pessimistic; injury combined with inconsistency fuels doubt about franchise fit.
Transaction History
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