Kessler will start during Sunday's game against the Kings, David Locke of Locked on Podcast reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kessler will return to the starting lineup due to John Collins (back) being out of the lineup. The 22-year-old pro is averaging 9.0 points, 10.0 rebounds 1.3 assists and 1.0 blocks in 27.0 minutes per game over his last three starts.

Kessler is not in the starting lineup to face the Rockets on Saturday, Lachard Binkley of TheDreamShake.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kessler will head back to the bench since John Collins (face) is available and will recover his regular starting spot at center. Kessler is averaging 7.1 points, 8.9 rebounds and 1.3 blocks per game since the All-Star break.

Kessler chipped in 14 points (7-7 FG), nine rebounds and two assists over 27 minutes during Thursday's 113-97 loss to the Mavericks.

EDGE Analysis

John Collins (face) sat out the contest, giving Kessler a chance to move into the starting lineup. Kessler performed well in making all seven of his field-goal attempts and leading Utah with nine boards, though he failed to record a block for the first time in his past 29 games. The big man has come off the bench for the majority of the campaign but still ranks second in the NBA with 2.5 swats per contest.

Kessler will join the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Mavericks.

EDGE Analysis

John Collins (head) is being held out for the second leg of this back-to-back set, so this is an expected move for Kessler. As a starter this season, Kessler holds averages of 8.9 points, 8.4 rebounds and 2.6 blocks.

Kessler closed Monday's 114-104 loss to Minnesota with six points (2-3 FG, 2-2 FT), 14 rebounds, two assists and one block in 28 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

Kessler returned to the bench in Monday's defeat, leading all players in rebounds while adding a half-dozen points to provide a spark off the bench. Kessler has grabbed 14 or more boards in three games this season, surpassing the double-digit mark in three of his last five outings.

Kessler closed with seven points (3-4 FG, 1-2 FT), 10 rebounds and one block over 30 minutes during Saturday's 119-100 loss to the Timberwolves.

EDGE Analysis

Kessler returned to the starting lineup due to the absence of John Collins (rest), hauling in a team-high-tying rebound total while ending three points short of a double-double in a balanced performance. Kessler has been strong on the glass for Utah this season, posting his 14th game with 10 or more rebounds. He has grabbed 10 or more boards in three of his last five outings, adding five or more points in all three contests.

Kessler is in the starting lineup to face the Timberwolves on Saturday, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kessler will move to a starting role due to the absence of John Collins (rest), and he could be in line for a productive outing. His size and touch near the rim could be valuable Saturday against a slightly undersized Minnesota frontcourt of Kyle Anderson and Naz Reid.

Kessler ended with two points (1-1 FG), eight rebounds, one assist and one block over 19 minutes during Tuesday's 123-107 loss to Boston.

EDGE Analysis

Kessler continues to work his way back to full strength after recently returning to the rotation following time off with a right foot sprain. With Luka Samanic starting, Kessler moved to the bench Tuesday but led the Jazz in rebounds despite playing limited minutes. Kessler has hauled in eight or more boards in two straight contests since his return, taking the court in 21.5 minutes per game over that two-game span.

Kessler isn't in the starting five for Tuesday's game versus the Celtics, David Locke of Jazz radio reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kessler will be replaced by Luka Samanic in the starting lineup Tuesday. Kessler is averaging 8.6 points, 7.4 rebounds, 2.4 blocks and 1.2 assists in 22.8 minutes across his last five appearances coming off the bench.

Kessler finished with six points (3-9 FG), 11 rebounds, two assists and one block over 24 minutes in Saturday's 142-121 loss to Denver.

EDGE Analysis

Kessler returned after missing the past four games with a foot injury by lead all players in Saturday's contest in rebounds to go along with a pair of assists and connecting on a trio of shots to conclude with a half-dozen points in a balanced performance. Kessler has hauled in 10 or more rebounds in 13 games this season, including in out straight outings.