Walker Kessler turns down Jazz extension offer

Walker Kessler has reportedly declined a contract extension offer from the Utah Jazz worth nearly $140 million over five years.

According to Tim MacMahon, Kessler’s representatives are seeking a significantly larger deal than the one currently on the table, suggesting there remains a sizable gap between the two sides in negotiations.

Walker Kessler has reportedly rejected a five-year, nearly $140 million offer from the Jazz, and his camp is seeking significantly more 😳, per @BannedMacMahon

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