Former Exec's extension projection for Walker Kessler all but confirms his value

Portland Trail Blazers v Utah Jazz | Chris Gardner/GettyImagesThe Utah jazz decided to wait until next offseason to take care of the Walker Kessler contract situation. For what it's worth, Kessler has proven that he's a keeper, and it's clear Utah wants to keep him. When the day comes to give him what he wants, Kessler's projected to get a contract worth over $100 million for the next five years, which is pretty solid value for someone like him.

Former NBA executive and ESPN's Bobby Marks projected what kind of contract extension Kessler could agree to with Utah.

"Five years, $116 million. The extension would be a win-win for both sides. For Kessler, the $20 million starting salary next…