Josh Green may be key to Jazz finding Walker Kessler replacement

Writer Matt John argues that Utah Jazz guard Josh Green could serve as a vital trade asset if the team needs to acquire a center replacement for Walker Kessler. Because the Jazz have significant depth at Green's position, John suggests Green's nearly $14.7 million expiring contract makes him an ideal candidate to be moved in a potential deal.

The article notes that Utah has sufficient draft assets to facilitate a trade alongside Green's salary if an upgrade hits the market. However, John emphasizes that the Jazz face no immediate urgency to make a move, as the team will first evaluate their current frontcourt rotation following Jusuf Nurkic's injury before deciding whether to pursue frontcourt reinforcements.