American basketball player
LegionHoops Oct 24
Walker Kessler in his first two games as a Laker:
22 PTS - 8 REB - 6 BLK
26 PTS - 9 REB - 12/12 FG
Worth EVERY penny.
thehoopcentral Oct 22
WALKER KESSLER TONIGHT:
26 POINTS
9 REBOUNDS
12/12 FGM
30 MINUTES
PERFECT LAKERS DEBUT. 🔥
"Walker Kessler is the best big man in the NBA."@SHAQ has high praise for the Lakers' new center after his season debut 🙌
"It was a lot of fun."
Walker Kessler off to a strong start in the city of Angels 💫
thehoopcentral Oct 24
WALKER KESSLER TONIGHT:
22 POINTS
8 REBOUNDS
6 BLOCKS
3 ASSISTS
3 STEALS
10/14 FGM
+18 +/-
35 MINUTES
Luka Dončić finds Walker Kessler down low with the NO-LOOK pass for the lay 👀
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The Lakers knock off their L.A. rival Clippers to open the season 2-0 🔥
Luka Doncic: 23 PTS, 6 REB, 7 AST
Austin Reaves: 28 PTS, 9 AST ... Show more
Austin Reaves brings the energy all night long as the Los Angeles Lakers grab the dub!
Walker Kessler: 22 PTS, 8 REB, 3 AST, 3 STL
Luka Dončić: 23 PTS, 6 REB ... Show more
Walker Kessler joins Inside the NBA following a 26 PT, 12-12 FG performance in his Lakers debut 😤
Lakers 125-117 Clippers (Oct 23, 2026) Box Score - ESPN: Box score for the Los Angeles Lakers vs. LA Clippers NBA game from October 23, 2026 on ESPN ...
espn.com/nba/boxscore/_/gameId/401909851
LegionHoops Oct 22
JUST IN: Lakers announce their starting five:
Luka Doncic
Austin Reaves
Ziaire Williams
Matisse Thybulle
Walker Kessler
ESPN Oct 22
Walker Kessler 4 minutes into the 3rd quarter has 20 points, 8 rebounds,10-10 from the floor, missed two free throws. Lakers lead 78-57.
espn.co.uk/nba/game/%5C_/gameId/401909092
LegionHoops Oct 22
Walker Kessler looks like the perfect center for the Lakers: 24 points, 8 rebounds and a perfect 12-for-12 shooting. Wow.
Walker Kessler had a picture-perfect debut with the Lakers 👌
He joins Wilt Chamberlain (1969) as the only other Laker to hit 12-of-12 or better from the ... Show more
Walker Kessler in the win tonight against the Warriors: 30 Mins, 26 Pts, 12-12 FG, 9 REB, 1 AST, 2 BLK, 19 +/-
espn.com/nba/game
LegionHoops Oct 14
JUST IN: Walker Kessler is set to make his Lakers debut tonight vs. the Warriors.
LegionHoops Oct 15
JUST IN: Projecting the Lakers’ opening day starting five:
Luka Doncic
Austin Reaves
Quentin Grimes
Sandro Mamukelashvili
Walker Kessler
Fourth best odds to ... Show more
NBA top 100 defenders rankings (11-100): Where do Jayson Tatum, Walker Kessler land on list for 2026-27?
sportingnews.com/us/nba/news/nba-top-100-defenders-jayson-tatum-walker-kessler-2026-27/ef394905351ba337478f1066
Lakers season preview: Can Walker Kessler unlock an NBA championship run?: Kessler, who the Lakers acquired in a sign-and-trade deal with Utah then signed to a ...
ocregister.com/2026/10/19/lakers-season-preview-can-walker-kessler-unlock-an-nba-championship-run/
Lakers five takeaways: What we learned from the preseason: The Lakers' big three of Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler only played one half together ...
latimes.com/sports/lakers/story/2026-10-17/lakers-five-takeaways-what-we-learned-from-preseason-training-camp
Lakers waiting for preseason debuts of Walker Kessler, Collin Sexton: The center and guard have lingering injuries, and coach JJ Redick is unsure when they will ...
latimes.com/sports/lakers/story/2026-10-10/lakers-still-waiting-for-preseason-debuts-walker-kessler-collin-sexton
Walker Kessler looks to make an impact on the Lakers! 😤
Jovan Buha joins Mike Yam to discuss the Lakers' new acquisition and how he can make a defensive ... Show more
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Luka Doncic scores 21 as Lakers unveil new defense in preseason win over Kings: Lakers star Luka Doncic puts on a show with Walker Kessler and Austin Reaves ...
latimes.com/sports/lakers/story/2026-10-05/luka-doncic-scores-21-lakers-preseason-win-kings
thedunkcentral Sep 29
“We're going to be a nasty defensive team, I’m just being honest...We’re going to be really good defensively. We have a lot of defensive tools ... Show more
Lakers feel they have pieces in place to make NBA Finals run. Can they?: Despite the uncertainty that comes with an almost entirely new roster ...
eu.usatoday.com/story/sports/nba/lakers/2026/09/29/5-takeaways-los-angeles-lakers-media-day/91993938007/
“The NUMBER 1 concern about the Lakers is that Walker Kessler is just gonna have to clean up everything.” 😬
Kevin O'Connor on the Lakers’ expectations ... Show more
LegionHoops Sep 01
The Lakers projected starting 5:
Luka Doncic
Austin Reaves
Quentin Grimes
Sandro Mamukelashvili
Walker Kessler
They have an 80% chance to make the playoffs ... Show more
thedunkcentral Sep 01
Brian Windhorst hints that Domantas Sabonis could want out of Sacramento
"He hired Aaron Mintz from CAA. This last year Mintz executed the trade for Trae ... Show more
OpinionThe Lakers Are Lukas New Control Board: Like Luka himself, the Lakers are tormented by the gap they live in, which spans the distance between what they're ...
basketball.realgm.com/analysis/287143/The-Lakers-Are-Lukas-New-Control-Board
LeBron James ➡️ 76ers
Giannis Antetokounmpo ➡️ Heat
Jaylen Brown ➡️ 76ers
LaMelo Ball ➡️ Timberwolves
Paul George ➡️ Celtics
Walker Kessler ➡️ Lakers
Ja Morant ... Show more
Key FactsCeltics’ Controversial Jaylen Brown Trade Sparks Backlash
Jul 2, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bostonglobe.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bostonglobe.com
- Jaylen Brown, a five-time All-Star and key Celtics player, was unexpectedly traded to the 76ers for Paul George and multiple draft picks.
- Paul George suffers from injuries and holds a burdensome contract that could hamper the team’s long-term prospects.
- The Celtics’ front office showed little regard for Brown’s contributions, aiming to move him regardless of the return.
- This trade is widely regarded as one of the franchise’s worst, raising doubts about the Celtics’ strategic direction.
I wasn’t thrilled with the amount of respect that was shown during this process.— Jaylen Brown on his Twitch stream, discussing his trade from the Celtics to the 76ers.
SB Nation Aug 06
The NBA’s 7 worst offseason moves of 2026, ranked: Come fan with us. SB Nation is the largest independent sports media brand, consisting of SBNation.com ...
sbnation.com/nba/1124026/nba-worst-offseason-moves-of-2026-lakers-trae-young-bulls-suns
Walker Kessler is ready to get to work in Los Angeles. 😤
Key FactsLakers Rapidly Revamp Roster Post-LeBron Exit
Jul 2, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: espn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: espn.com
- LeBron James informed the Lakers on July 1, 2026, that he would continue his career elsewhere after eight seasons with the franchise.
- Within about 35 minutes the next morning, the Lakers executed a sign-and-trade for center Walker Kessler and signed three unrestricted free agents.
- The roster shifted to a younger, less proven group, with veterans Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard moving on to other teams.
- Luka Doncic is now positioned as the new team leader following the conclusion of LeBron’s tenure marked by one championship.
"it was time to move on."— LeBron James; according to ESPN, a source familiar with James's thinking, said it was time to move on.
NBA power rankings after free agency: Can Giannis Antetokounmpo lead Heat to title?
oklahoman.com/story/sports/nba/thunder/2026/07/31/nba-rankings-after-free-agency-giannis-antetokounmpo-heat-mavericks-hawks-raptors-lakers/91044941007/
Commentary: Who cares about LeBron's move to the 76ers? Lakers have gotten better without him
latimes.com/sports/lakers/story/2026-07-28/lebron-james-decision-lakers-better-without-him
LegionHoops Jul 10
REPORT: The Hawks have interest in a sign and trade with the Nuggets for Peyton Watson — Denver’s asking price is similar to what the Jazz got for Walker ... Show more
Kessler proposed to Stockard at Lake Martin in Alabama over the July 4 weekend.
Miss America from Alabama Abbie Stockard engaged to NBA’s Walker Kessler: ... Show more
Miss America from Alabama Abbie Stockard engaged to NBA’s Walker Kessler: ‘Sooo excited!’
Miss America from Alabama Abbie Stockard engaged to NBA’s Walker Kessler: ‘Sooo excited!’
LegionHoops Jul 07
The Lakers updated roster:
Point Guards:
Luka Doncic
Collin Sexton
Jaden Hardy
Bronny James
Shooting Guards:
Austin Reaves
Quentin Grimes
Cameron ... Show more
Nuggets To Match Any Peyton Watson Offer Sheet, Open To Sign-And-Trade
basketball.realgm.com/wiretap/286565/Nuggets-To-Match-Any-Peyton-Watson-Offer-Sheet-Open-To-Sign-And-Trade
thehoopcentral Jul 06
Lakers offseason so far
Lost LeBron James
Lost Marcus Smart
Lost Luke Kennard
Lost Rui Hachimura
Lost Jaxson Hayes
Sign and trade for Walker Kessler
Signed ... Show more
Walker Kessler is ready to get to work in Los Angeles. 😤
Key FactsLakers Rapidly Revamp Roster Post-LeBron Exit
Jul 2, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: espn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: espn.com
- LeBron James informed the Lakers on July 1, 2026, that he would continue his career elsewhere after eight seasons with the franchise.
- Within about 35 minutes the next morning, the Lakers executed a sign-and-trade for center Walker Kessler and signed three unrestricted free agents.
- The roster shifted to a younger, less proven group, with veterans Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard moving on to other teams.
- Luka Doncic is now positioned as the new team leader following the conclusion of LeBron’s tenure marked by one championship.
"it was time to move on."— LeBron James; according to ESPN, a source familiar with James's thinking, said it was time to move on.
[Charania] BREAKING: The Los Angeles Lakers are acquiring Walker Kessler from the Utah Jazz for unprotected first-round picks in 2031 and 2033 and first-round ... Show more
thedunkcentral Jul 01
Walker Kessler is reportedly receiving contract offers starting in the high $30 million range annually, per @Tjonesonthenba
LegionHoops Jul 03
Luka Doncic is "excited" about the Lakers' free agency moves, reports @DanWoikeSports "His biggest desires for the roster were addressed: keeping ... Show more
LegionHoops Jul 01
Lakers current projected starting five:
Luka Doncic
Austin Reaves
Jake LaRavia
Jarred Vanderbilt
Walker Kessler
thedunkcentral Jul 01
Signing Walker Kessler was a bigger priority for the Lakers than re-signing LeBron James, per @JakeLFischer (Via @BleacherReport )
Walker Kessler To Meet With Multiple Teams To Open Restricted Free Agency
basketball.realgm.com/wiretap/286399/Walker-Kessler-To-Meet-With-Multiple-Teams-To-Open-Restricted-Free-Agency
NBA Free Agency, Wednesday Morning:
• Walker Kessler, Lakers (4-year, $130M)
• Mitchell Robinson, Celtics (3-year, $47.4M)
• Norman Powell, Bulls (2-year ... Show more
thedunkcentral Jun 30
The Lakers are expected to target Jalen Duren, Walker Kessler, Peyton Watson, Mitchell Robinson, Sandro Mamukelashvili, Luke Kennard, and Rui Hachimura ... Show more
Lakers trade Deandre Ayton to the Wizards for Jaden Hardy, draft picks: The 7-foot Ayton became expendabe after the Lakers acquired 24-year-old center Walker ...
latimes.com/sports/lakers/story/2026-07-03/lakers-trade-deandre-ayton-to-wizards-for-jaden-hardy-draft-picks
Future Traded NBA Picks
• Incoming and outgoing for all 30 teams updated after the Jaylen Brown and Walker Kessler trades.NBA Future Drafts Detailed - RealGM
"I'm coming in trying to be hungry and bring back that winning culture."
Mikel Brown Jr. joins NBA Today and talks about what he can bring to ... Show more
thedunkcentral Jun 17
Walker Kessler has reportedly rejected a five-year, nearly $140 million offer from the Jazz, and his camp is seeking significantly more 😳 ... Show more
Trajan Langdon and the Detroit Pistons now have even more of the upper-hand in negotiations with Jalen Duren, after Lakers traded for Walker Kessler ... Show more
Jalen Duren standoff with Pistons continues, but his leverage is dry
Jalen Duren standoff with Pistons continues, but his leverage is dry
Mail Online Jul 03
Stephen A Smith sparks controversy with bizarre rant about the Lakers' best players all being white: 'This ain't golf'
dailymail.com/sport/nba/article-15948603/stephen-smith-lakers-white-players-rant.html
Walker Kessler, Jazz Far Apart Despite Five-Year, $140M Offer
basketball.realgm.com/wiretap/286121/Walker-Kessler-Jazz-Far-Apart-Despite-Five-Year-$140M-Offer
The Lakers' projected starting lineup for 2026-27 includes Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler. Pundits debate whether they can win ... Show more
Lakers' new starting lineup sparks debate over race's role in NBA success
Lakers' new starting lineup sparks debate over race's role in NBA success
thehoopcentral Jun 24
Lauri Markkanen
Ace Bailey
Keyonte George
Walker Kessler
Jaren Jackson Jr.
Kyle Filipowski
Cody Williams
Brice Sensabaugh
Isaiah Collier
Darryn Peterson
+ ... Show more
athlonsports.com Jun 30
Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: The Players Getting Buried Under the Giannis Trade and Draft Night Noise
athlonsports.com/fantasy/fantasy-basketball-2026-27-overlooked-players-post-trade-draft
thedunkcentral Jun 17
The Lakers have internally considered making a move for Walker Kessler, per @ringer (h/t @LakersSBN )
thedunkcentral Jun 16
Walker Kessler is reportedly frustrated with the Jazz front office after not receiving an extension offer last summer and over how his upcoming restricted free ... Show more
Updated Lakers Rumors on Jalen Duren, Walker Kessler and More Free Agents to Meet Luka's 'Desire'
bleacherreport.com/articles/25442139-updated-lakers-rumors-jalen-duren-walker-kessler-and-more-free-agents-meet-lukas-desire
ZachLowe_NBA Jun 16
New Zach Lowe Show: @jkylemann on draft intel/hot takes, Jazz/Peterson/Kessler, Giannis buzz, NBA offseason; @JaredWeissNBA on Finals fall-out in San Antonio: Fox ... Show more
Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler addresses contract rumors on social media. But what happens next?
sltrib.com/sports/jazz/2026/06/19/walker-kessler-addresses-rumors/
Pacers brass indicated that there was a center other than Ivica Zubac they were interested in. The Athletic reports that was Utah's Walker Kessler ... Show more
Kessler was Pacers' mystery center target, per report. Why they traded for Zubac instead
Kessler was Pacers' mystery center target, per report. Why they traded for Zubac instead
LegionHoops May 29
REPORT: Walker Kessler is expected to re-sign with the Jazz on a $25-$30M per year deal, per @TimBontemps .
“Given that neither Jackson nor fellow big man Lauri ... Show more
Ben Simmons' South Florida Sails Fishing Team Wins Walker's Cay Blue Marlin Open in Bahamas
bleacherreport.com/articles/25429366-ben-simmons-south-florida-sails-fishing-team-wins-walkers-cay-blue-marlin-open-bahamas
LegionHoops May 12
Notable free agents:
LeBron James
Trae Young (PO)
James Harden (PO)
Austin Reaves (PO)
Jalen Duren (R)
Russell Westbrook
Bruce Brown
CJ McCollum
Deandre Ayton ... Show more
thehoopcentral Apr 25
BREAKING: NICKEIL-ALEXANDER WALKER WINS NBA MOST IMPROVED PLAYER OF THE YEAR. 🔥🔥
thehoopcentral Apr 02
NICKEIL-ALEXANDER WALKER PUT THE MOVES ON PAOLO BANCHERO —
Bench reaction says it all. 🔥🔥
This Walker to Toppin lob from last night’s game was wild ‼️
Obi had 26 PTS in Indiana's win 🔥
thehoopcentral Mar 17
NICKEIL-ALEXANDER WALKER TONIGHT:
41 POINTS
7 REBOUNDS
5 ASSISTS
12/22 FGM
9/15 3PM
+27 +/-
37 MINUTES
CAREER-HIGH. 🔥🔥🔥