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Despite a season-high 25 points and 14 points from Walker Kessler, the Utah Jazz lost to the Sacramento Kings Wednesday night at the Delta Center, 118-101. Keegan Murray scored a season-high 26 points and Zach Levine added 22 to lift the hot-shooting Kings.

Edwards has started his team's last six games, but he'll revert to a bench role Thursday. This opens the door for Moses Brown to draw a start at center, though Edwards should also factor into the mix.

The Jazz lost to the Kings in a game Will Hardy called "weird" — Jordan Clarkson missed a lot of shots, while Walker Kessler made 100% of his. Plus, thoughts on Cody Williams' physical development, and layering actions.

Utah and Oklahoma City will take the floor in a matchup of Western Conference opponents. The teams play Friday for the first time this season.

Expert recap and game analysis of the Utah Jazz vs. Minnesota Timberwolves NBA game from February 28, 2025 on ESPN.

Detroit Pistons guard Malik Beasley (5) shoots as Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler, right, defends, during the second half of an NBA basketball game Monday, March 3, 2025, in Salt

The only other players in NBA history who have had a game in which they recorded at least 25 points, 14 rebounds and five assists while shooting 100 percent from the floor are four-time NBA MVP Wilt Chamberlain and three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic.

The highlight from Kessler was just a part of his impact in this one, as he finished the night with 26 minutes to post nine points, 12 rebounds, one steal, and two blocks. While n

In his third season, Walker Kessler has established himself as one of the better centers in the NBA and has put himself in a position for a major raise either this upcoming off-season or the next. His development has been a major win for the Utah Jazz as they embark on their rebuild and strive for heights that haven’t been accomplished in the franchise's history.

Walker Kessler's dominant performance against the Sacramento Kings showcases his growth and development. Author: ksdk.com . Published: 9:02 AM CST February 27, 2025