Walker Kessler shines with perfect shooting in Lakers' win over Warriors
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Last updated Oct 22, 2026
Walker Kessler had a standout debut for the Los Angeles Lakers in their 127-105 victory over the Golden State Warriors on October 21. Kessler scored 26 points on 12-for-12 shooting, including 10 dunks, and grabbed nine rebounds. Luka Dončić added 28 points, while Austin Reaves contributed 23. The Lakers showcased their new roster dynamics as they began the season post-LeBron James. The Warriors started their campaign with Stephen Curry scoring 23 points amid several injuries to key players.
- •Lakers lead 127-105 at the season opener on October 21
- •Walker Kessler shoots 12-for-12, scoring 26 points
- •Luka Dončić records 28 points and plays pivotal role
- •Golden State's Stephen Curry scores 23 points in the loss
- •Warriors face injuries to key players like Brandin Podziemski and Jimmy Butler
- 4:54 AMYahoo Sports — Walker Kessler wreaks havoc on Warriors as Lakers impress in opener
- 4:48 AMYahoo Sports — Walker Kessler has perfect Lakers debut with 12-for-12 shooting in 127-105 win over Warriors
"LOS ANGELES (AP) — Walker Kessler scored 26 points on 12-for-12 shooting and grabbed nine rebounds during his auspicious debut for the Los Angeles Lakers in a 127-105 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night.Luka Doncic scored 28 points in three quarters and Austin Reaves added 23 as the Lakers began life after LeBron James with a thrashing of the Warriors, who got 23 points from Stephen Curry to begin his 18th season.
"Walker Kessler wreaked havoc all night in the paint as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Golden State Warriors in both teams' season openers.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 22, 2026, 4:54 AMWalker Kessler wreaks havoc on Warriors as Lakers impress in opener
Walker Kessler wreaked havoc all night in the paint as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Golden State Warriors in both teams' season openers.
- Yahoo SportsOct 22, 2026, 4:48 AMWalker Kessler has perfect Lakers debut with 12-for-12 shooting in 127-105 win over Warriors
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Walker Kessler scored 26 points on 12-for-12 shooting and grabbed nine rebounds during his auspicious debut for the Los Angeles Lakers in a 127-105 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night.Luka Doncic scored 28 points in three quarters and Austin Reaves added 23 as the Lakers began life after LeBron James with a thrashing of the Warriors, who got 23 points from Stephen Curry to begin his 18th season.
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