Auburn center Walker Kessler has declared as an Early Entry Candidate for the 2022 NBA Draft. Kessler is projected as a mid to late first-round pick.
Kessler shined in his first season with Auburn after transferring from NC State. In 34 games with the Tigers, Kessler averaged 11.4 points, 8.1 rebounds and 4.6 blocks.
At 7-foot-1, Kessler projects to be a pure center in the NBA. He's a good finisher inside, showing strength and good touch. Kessler is also fairly quick and agile for his size, which projects to him being a solid defender at the NBA level.