It is still early in the season, but it is looking more like the Charlotte Hornets will need another top draft pick to boost their ongoing rebuild. However, they could have stiff competition, with Walker Kessler's lengthy injury possibly giving the Utah Jazz a higher chance of winning the draft lottery next year.
The news that Kessler sustained a torn labrum that will require season-ending surgery is brutal for the Jazz. The promising five had been fantastic to open his fourth year in the league, averaging 14.4 points, 10.8 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.8 blocks, and 1.