Jazz consider sign-and-trade with Lakers and Nets involving Walker Kessler

The Utah Jazz may engage in a three-team sign-and-trade involving their center, Walker Kessler, with the Los Angeles Lakers and the Brooklyn Nets. NBA reporter Evan Sidery outlined a potential deal where Kessler, signed for four years at $125 million, could be exchanged for Deandre Ayton from the Lakers. The move could also include two first-round picks for Utah. Ayton, 27, is coming off a season of inconsistent play, averaging 12.5 points and 8.0 rebounds. If the Jazz proceed with this trade, they face the risk of losing Kessler without receiving a stable presence in return from Ayton.

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