Fansided · Jun 15, 2023
Jazz rising player committed to play for Team USA
The Utah Jazz were lucky enough to find their big man of the future in Walker Kessler this past season. Fortunately for the seven footer, many people throughout the basketball world took notice of his impressive rookie season.
Now, the Auburn product will get the chance to play on an even bigger stage than the NBA.
Walker Kessler has committed to playing for Team USA
The 21-year-old turned heads with his rookie campaign, averaging 9.2 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 2.3 blocks per game this past season. Kessler finished third in the KIA NBA Rookie of the Year Award voting.