With Victor Wembanyama holding it down in the starting lineup, the San Antonio Spurs could still use some depth at the center position.

The San Antonio Spurs waived Charles Bassey on Monday. While they have intentions to bring him back, the Spurs could upgrade their frontcourt. Victor Wembanyama is clearly the anchor in the paint for the Spurs, but Zach Collins is the only other center on the roster, which limits their depth.

While Collins is poised for a solid season next year, the Spurs could go all-in on defense. With a war chest of draft picks to trade, the Spurs could make a deal with the Utah Jazz and bring in Walker Kessler, who is on the trade market.

Feb 25, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler (24) posts up against San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) during the fourth quarter at Delta Center.

Last year, Kessler’s 2.4 blocks per game was second in the league only to Wemby, and his 154 total blocks were good for sixth in the league.

Fans have seen how a Twin Towers duo has worked with Wembanyama, as he and Rudy Gobert are dominating FIBA competition. Kessler is not as versatile as Gobert, but he is one of the best rim protectors in the league. He could also serve as a solid backup center, providing defense while Collins remains a floor spacer.

According to NBA Insider Ian Begley, “Teams in touch with Utah say the Jazz are looking for at least a first-round pick in return for Kessler.”

The Spurs have the draft capital to take a flier on Kessler, who is owed $7.8 million over the next two seasons, both as a team option.

The Spurs would have to add some salary to make a deal, and the logical piece is Collins, who plays the same position.

In two years in the NBA, Kessler has averaged 8.7 points, eight rebounds, and 2.4 blocks.