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Is Walker Kessler about to break out for the Utah Jazz?
It was just one game, but it was a fantastic one.
After an impressive rookie season that landed him third in ROY voting, Walker Kessler had a disappointing sophomore season that left a lot of fans in doubt of what he would become for the Utah Jazz. Playing almost identical minutes, Kessler went down in PPG, RPG, and FG%, The downward trend ended up losing him his starting role to John Collins.
Fast forward to this season and we’re already seeing something different.
Again, it’s one game, but Kessler punished Zach Edey and nearly helped lead the Jazz to a tank spoiler surprise victory.
Look at these numbers from basketball reference:
So much of last season seemed to stem from Kessler’s mentality. If he just played with more force and attitude he could have had a much more impactful season. It is very clear that’s what it will take this season also. If Kessler can just come out with confidence and force, there’s no reason he can’t solidify himself as a major part of the Jazz’s future. If he falls back into the passive play of last season, it could mean a lot of trade rumors and a question mark for the future. It all comes down to Kessler. Not many players get an opportunity like this, it would be a shame if Kessler didn’t take advantage.
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Embattled Utah Rep. Trevor Lee loses county GOP convention — but wins enough support to make primary
Earlier in the week, House Speaker Mike Schultz said lawmakers asked the attorney general to investigate allegations of fraud and bribery against Lee.
(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) Rep. Trevor Lee, R-Layton, running for reelection, addresses delegates during the Davis County Republican Party nominating convention at Syracuse High School on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
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Zion National Park closes popular trail during ongoing search and rescue operation – KSLNewsRadio
FILE: An entrance to Zion National Park is pictured on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2020. The West Rim and Angel’s Landing Trails are temporarily closed in Zion National Park for an ongoing search and rescue operation. (Ravel Call, Deseret News)
(Ravel Call, Deseret News)
SALT LAKE CITY — The West Rim and Angel’s Landing Trails are temporarily closed in Zion National Park for an ongoing search and rescue operation.
According to park officials, an incident occurred on the Angels Landing trail at approximately 2 p.m. on Friday, April 17.
At the time of publication, emergency services and search and rescue officials were on the scene.
Views along the Angel’s Landing Trail, Zion National Park. (KSL)
No further information was available.
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