Walker Kessler's defensive plays led the Utah Jazz to a 131-128 victory over the Warriors. Kessler recorded 15 points, 18 rebounds, and four blocks, sparking a comeback from an 11-point deficit. The Jazz's win highlights Kessler's value, rebuffing Lakers' trade interest, and showcasing team resilience.

When Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler was 18 months old, he spent nearly a week in Intermountain Primary Children’s Hospital. Now he’s determined to raise money for the hospital so that other kids can be helped as he was at a time when he was “very, very sick,” as his mother puts it.

The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly been eyeing Walker Kessler for quite some time now, but they have yet to reach a deal with the Utah Jazz. The Lakers haven't matched the asking price for Kessler,