Jaxon Kohler, a 6‑foot‑10 forward from American Fork, Utah, has signed a non‑guaranteed Exhibit 10 contract with the Utah Jazz, a move that could keep him in the organization beyond the summer league.
A Brief Look at Kohler’s College Production
During his final year at Michigan State, Kohler posted career‑high numbers of 8.9 rebounds and 12.5 points per game, shooting 38.9 percent from three‑point range and 50 percent overall from the floor. His efficiency earned him honorable‑mention All‑Big Ten honors and helped the Spartans secure a solid season.
The Exhibit 10 agreement is a one‑year, non‑guaranteed deal that gives the Jazz the flexibility to evaluate Kohler during the NBA Summer League, which runs from July 9 to 19 in Las Vegas, with additional games in California and Salt Lake City.
Kohler’s path to the Jazz is not without precedent; former Michigan State standout Jaren Jackson Jr. was acquired by Utah in a trade with Memphis last season, and head coach Tom Izzo’s most recent draft pick, Jase Richardson, entered the league in 2025.
The team also announced that fellow senior big man Carson Cooper has signed a two‑way contract with the Memphis Grizzlies, while fellow Spartans Jeremy Fears Jr. and Anton Bonke have previously tested the NBA draft process before withdrawing their names.
Although Michigan State did not have a player selected in the most recent draft, the program continues to produce talent that attracts NBA interest, with Kohler aiming to follow a similar trajectory.
If he can demonstrate his shooting and rebounding prowess in the upcoming summer league, Kohler may secure a spot on the Jazz’s roster and contribute to the team’s depth heading into the next season.