Luke Kennard expresses desire to remain with Lakers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 2:41 AM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Luke Kennard, a sharpshooting guard for the Los Angeles Lakers, has expressed his intention to stay with the team as he approaches free agency. With Kennard averaging 9 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 2.4 assists in 32 regular-season games after joining from the Atlanta Hawks, he has become a valuable contributor, especially in bench scoring. Kennard's career 3-point shooting percentage ranks second all-time, adding to his appeal as a long-term asset for the Lakers. His interest comes amid other key players hitting free agency, including LeBron James and Austin Reaves.
- •Kennard averaged 11.5 points in the playoffs.
- •He joined the Lakers after a midseason trade.
- •Kennard's contract is set to expire this summer.
- •Lakers face uncertainty with several key players in free agency.
- •Kennard historically excels in 3-point shooting.
- 2:41 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Luke Kennard wants to stay in L.A.
"According to an ESPN report, Lakers sharpshooting guard Luke Kennard, who is about to become a free agent, wants to stay in town.
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