The secret to Nickeil Alexander-Walker’s recent success? Getting out of his own head

After being largely out of the rotation early, the wing has earned a spot and played a big role of late by committing to defense, taking better shots, and learning to let mistakes go.

(Rick Egan | The Salt Lake Tribune) Utah Jazz guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (6) tries to get past New Orleans Pelicans guard Devonte' Graham (4), in NBA action between the Utah Jazz and the New Orleans Pelicans, at Vivint Arena, on Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022.