Walker Kessler

Kessler played on Wednesday after missing Utah's two previous games with an illness. However, he is now listed as out due to a nasal fracture that also has him in concussion protocols. With 10 days left in the regular season, it wouldn't be surprising if Kessler didn't suit up again this season. KJ Martin should return to the starting lineup, with Kyle Filipowski sliding over to center.

Kessler is out for Friday's game versus the Pacers due to a nasal fracture and concussion protocol.

After a two-game absence, Kessler returned to the Jazz lineup and played 28 minutes on Wednesday. He did fill out the stat sheet, which, unfortunately, included a 1-of-5 night at the foul line. The inconsistent availability has negatively impacted Kessler's fantasy value, as he's ranked well outside the top 150 in eight- and nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. Of course, fantasy managers who have him rostered aren't going to drop Kessler, nor should they. That said, Kyle Filipowski has been far more reliable recently, and he's only rostered in 39 percent of Yahoo! leagues. The rookie struggled on Wednesday, shooting 3-of-14 from the field and dropping a 6/11/1/2/2 line, but he's provided ninth-round value over the past two weeks.

Sexton and Kessler are back after missing Monday's loss to the Hornets. Due to their returns, the Jazz have moved Johnny Juzang and KJ Martin to the bench. While both players should continue to log rotation minutes, there isn't much to gain from rostering Juzang or Martin in most leagues.

Kessler (conditioning) will be available for Wednesday's game against Houston.