The Los Angeles Lakers hit the road on Sunday afternoon for their first away contest of the season against the Utah Jazz. This game marked the return of Walker Kessler to face his old team after he was signed and…
Walker Kessler faced a mixed and unwelcoming reaction from Utah Jazz fans during starting lineup introductions on Sunday afternoon. The game marked the center's first return to Utah since joining the Los Angeles Lakers via a sign-and-trade this past offseason. Although the arena's big screen displayed a "Welcome Back Walker Kessler" message, spectators in attendance showered him with boos.
Kessler had pushed for a move to Los Angeles during the summer following an unfulfilling stint with the rebuilding Jazz. The Lakers entered the road contest with a 2-0 record on the season, aided by Kessler shooting 12-of-12 from the field in a recent blowout victory against the Golden State Warriors.
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