Walker Kessler Won't Play On Tuesday - NBA News | Fantasy Basketball

Utah Jazz Center Walker Kessler ruled out Tuesday vs. Oklahoma City Thunder

The Utah Jazz will be without center Walker Kessler when they take on the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night. Kessler is dealing with a non-COVID illness and has been ruled out for the game.

Kessler has been a key part of the Jazz's success this season

Kessler, who is averaging 8.2 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 2.1 blocks per game, has been a key part of the Jazz's success this season. The Jazz are currently 19-20 and in eighth place in the Western Conference.

Udoka Azubuike will start in place of Kessler

With Kessler out, Udoka Azubuike is expected to start in his place. Azubuike is averaging 5.4 points and 4.0 rebounds per game this season.

The Jazz will need to step up without Kessler

The Jazz will need to step up without Kessler if they want to beat the Thunder. The Thunder are currently 16-23 and in 11th place in the Western Conference.

The game will be played at 8:00 p.m. ET

The game will be played at 8:00 p.m. ET at Vivint Arena in Salt Lake City, Utah.