Lakers acquire Walker Kessler, who hints at improved offensive skills
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 1:56 AM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers announced the acquisition of center Walker Kessler, who joined the team this offseason. During Media Day, Kessler expressed confidence in his evolving offensive game, noting improvements in shooting range, particularly beyond the arc. Kessler's teammates highlighted his defensive capabilities, with coach J.J. Redick emphasizing his role as a rim protector. After a challenging previous season marred by injury, Kessler is expected to have a significant impact, especially alongside star player Luka Doncic, with whom he has already connected on lob plays during team bonding activities. The Lakers aim to maximize Kessler's skill set as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Walker Kessler joins the Lakers as a key offseason acquisition.
- •Kessler spoke on his offensive improvements during Media Day.
- •Teammates expressed excitement about Kessler's defensive presence.
- •Kessler aims to expand his shooting range this season.
- •Lakers preparing to leverage Kessler's skills alongside Luka Doncic.
- 1:56 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers news: Walker Kessler teases major offensive leap that will leave LA fans excited
"LOS ANGELES – Aside from re-signing budding star Austin Reaves, the Los Angeles Lakers’ top priority coming into the offseason was to acquire a true starting center. They may have given up quite a haul , but the Lakers believe they have found their new franchise big man in incoming fifth-year center Walker Kessler. During a preseason press […] The post Lakers news: Walker Kessler teases major offensive leap that will leave LA fans excited appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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