Walker Kessler bouncing back and bouncing back on top

Walker Kessler is making waves in the NBA, emerging as the top defensive big, and David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and Jazz NBA Insider, breaks down his impact on the Utah Jazz's pick-and-roll defense. Discover how Kessler's return has transformed the Jazz from a struggling defense to one of the league's best. With insights into Kessler's defensive prowess and comparisons to Victor Wembanyama, this episode offers a deep dive into the numbers that highlight Kessler's influence on the court. Lauri Markkanen is back in form, showcasing his All-Star potential with impressive scoring and efficiency. Explore how Markkanen's shot distribution and fast-break points have revitalized his game. David Locke discusses the strategic adjustments made by the Jazz to maximize Markkanen's strengths, including his off-ball screens and transition actions. Can the Jazz maintain their offensive momentum with Markkanen leading the charge? Tune in to Locked On Jazz for an in-depth analysis of these key players and their roles in the team's success. 0:00 Intro 0:31 Upcoming Game Insights 5:07 Walker Kessler's Defensive Impact 16:27 Markkanen's Offensive Development 21:02 Trends Monday Analysis 26:14 Offensive and Defensive Rankings Locked On Jazz Podcast 💻 https://www.lockedonjazz.net Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOJazz?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA Follow David Locke on Twitter: 📲 https://twitter.com/DLocke09 #NBA #UtahJazz #WillHardy #DannyAinge #jordanclarkson #laurimarkkanen Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BILT Rewards Start earning points on rent you're already paying by going to joinbilt.com/lockedonnba. SKIMS Shop SKIMS Mens at SKIMS.com/lockedonnba. Let them know we sent you! After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. And if you’re looking for the perfect gifts for the whole family - SKIMS just launched their biggest Holiday Shop ever - also available at SSKIMS.com/lockedonnba. Robinhood Robinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold. Skylight Frames We've got the perfect gift for you! Skylight Frame is the touchscreen digital photo frame your whole family will love. As a special, limited-time offer for our listeners, get $20 OFF your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to SkylightFrame.com/NBA. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel You can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.