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Jusuf Nurkic Trade Justified Amid Walker Kessler's Absence

11/13/2025

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Jusuf Nurkic, Utah Jazz center, scored six points on 2-for-11 shooting against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
He averages 6.8 points on 34.7% shooting this season and contributes in rebounding and playmaking while filling in for Walker Kessler.
The Jazz trade for Jusuf Nurkic now appears more justified due to Walker Kessler's absence.
The Charlotte Hornets benefited from trading Jusuf Nurkic by reinforcing their roster and draft capital.
Collin Sexton has performed well in Charlotte.

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Story summary

Jusuf Nurkic, Utah Jazz center, scored six points on 2-for-11 shooting against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
He averages 6.8 points on 34.7% shooting this season and contributes in rebounding and playmaking while filling in for Walker Kessler.
The Jazz trade for Jusuf Nurkic now appears more justified due to Walker Kessler's absence.
The Charlotte Hornets benefited from trading Jusuf Nurkic by reinforcing their roster and draft capital.
Collin Sexton has performed well in Charlotte.