Since Walker Kessler joined the Utah Jazz, he’s only been a contributor. From being the first rookie in the team’s history to record over 20 points and rebounds to finishing third in the NBA Rookie of the Year voting, his accomplishments highlight the impact on the team. While his performance dipped a bit the following season, he’s bounced back this season.

This season, Kessler is averaging 11.3 points, 11.5 rebounds, and 2.4 blocks across 34 games. While trade rumors linking him to the Los Angeles Lakers aren’t any new, the Jazz seem to have set a pretty high price. But his performances this season make it clear that his earnings will definitely see a boost when he signs his next contract after the current one expires.

What is Walker Kessler’s contract with the Utah Jazz?

After being swapped by the Minnesota Timberwolves, back in 2022, Walker Kessler signed a rookie contract with the Jazz. Reports reveal that his deal was worth around $13 million, including a guaranteed sum of $5.5 million. The reports confirmed the structure of his contract included club options for the final two years of his four-year deal.

Breaking it down a bit more, Walker’s current salary is almost 3 million, which is a small increase of about 4.75% from what he made last year. He’s currently ranked 330th in terms of NBA player salaries and 45th among centers.

 Within the Jazz team, he’s the 13th highest-paid player this season. Looking ahead, his salary is projected to be around $4.8 million come 2025-26 season. His agents, Aaron Mintz and Dave Spahn, handle his contract negotiations.

How much has Walker Kessler made in his NBA career?

While the exact details of Walker Kessler’s net worth are not available, his salaries reveal that he has amassed decent wealth. Looking back at his past earnings, he made around $2.6 million in the first year of his contract. In the following 2023-2024 season, he was the 10th best-paid player in his team, drawing a salary of around $2.8 million, totalling around $5.5 million for those two years. So far in his NBA career, he has earned just under $8.5 million from his rookie contract.

Looking further into the future, a HoopsHype report mentions his qualifying offer for the 2026-27 season. His current team is projecting a number worth approximately $7 million. However, the terms of his contract state that in 2026, he’ll become a restricted free agent. This means other teams can make him offers, but the Jazz get the first chance to keep him by matching any offer he receives.

While specific figures are difficult to pinpoint, estimates suggest that Kessler’s net worth will increase in the coming years as his salary and endorsements rise. For now, Walker’s NBA career is getting started, and his salary reflects his potential. As he continues to make his mark with the Jazz or another team, his future in the NBA looks promising, both in terms of his play and his paycheck.