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Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Habit / October 30
The Lakers must ride Walker Kessler all the way to the title
The new look Los Angeles Lakers are off to a hot start, winning all three games in a decisive fashion. A major part of that has been their new center, Walker Kessler, who found a rhythm with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves incredibly quickly.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 29
Lakers vs. Warriors Injury Report: Status Updates For Walker Kessler, Ziaire Williams, And More Ahead Of Western Conference Showdown
When the Lakers and Warriors met on opening night, both teams were still shaking off the rust after a long offseason. With new players learning their roles and a new game plan to follow, you could argue that neither team was at its best, yet it still resulted in a highly entertaining matchup.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 29
JJ Redick Admits He Is Concerned About Walker Kessler’s Rebounding
Walker Kessler has had a fine start to his Los Angeles Lakers career, but head coach JJ Redick sees room for improvement. In his press conference before the Lakers’ 103-87 win over the Los Angeles Clippers at the Intuit Dome, Redick pointed to Kessler having to rebound better.
The 'NBA scoring champs since 1976' quiz
How many of the NBA scoring champions since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 28
Lakers Reportedly Sign Former Grizzlies Big Man to Two-Way Deal
The Los Angeles Lakers have had a glaring need in the frontcourt for quite some time, with a serious lack of depth behind star center Walker Kessler. Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka was working the phones trying to trade for a center before the season got underway, but fell short.
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 28
Walker Kessler Vows Lakers Will Fix Early Defensive Issues
Los Angeles Lakers center Walker Kessler has played in his fourth game with the team, and it's been quite the roller coaster. His first two games as a Laker were to behold.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 28
NBA Notes: Lakers, Walker Kessler, Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards, Pistons
Walker Kessler isn’t leaving the Lakers’ defensive problems for somebody else to explain. “I got to personally be better on the defensive side,” Kessler said after Tuesday’s loss to Portland, via Lakers Nation.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 28
Walker Kessler Takes Responsibility For Lakers’ Defensive Struggles Vs. Trail Blazers
Coming into the season, the big question surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers was whether this team could defend well enough to compete with the top teams in the league.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 28
Lakers’ JJ Redick, Walker Kessler Share Blunt Assessment Of LA’s Defense After First Loss In 2026-27
The Los Angeles Lakers have suffered their first defeat of the 2026-27 regular season after starting the campaign with three consecutive wins. They lost 129-136 to the Portland Trail Blazers at the Crypto.com Arena tonight.
Walker Kessler News / Yardbarker / October 28
Lakers' Walker Kessler shoulders blame after giving up 136 points to Blazers
This marked the second straight game where L.A. allowed 120 or more points, although the 136 is a season-high through the first four contests of the season.
Utah Jazz News / CBSSports.com / October 27
Jazz big man Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) out at least six weeks, which stings even more after Walker Kessler move
Utah has only played four games, but is already hurting for frontcourt depth
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 27
Jazz's two big trades look rough after injury news
The Utah Jazz made it clear they were ending their four-year rebuild last season when they made a blockbuster deal for Jaren Jackson, Jr. But a brutal start to the 2026-27 season could mean another year of misery for the long-suffering Jazz.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 27
Walker Kessler says it was ‘crazy’ for Luka Dončić to get MVP chants on the road
Late in the fourth quarter of Luka Dončić’s 52-point detonation against the Utah Jazz on Sunday to propel the Los Angeles Lakers to a 3-0 start, Salt Lake City’s Delta Center broke out in “M-V-P” chants for the Slovenian.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 26
Walker Kessler Admits Emotions Got Best Of Him In Return To Utah
Walker Kessler had two statement games to begin his tenure with the Los Angeles Lakers. He put up a combined 48 points on just four missed shots, which should have carried positive momentum into his first game against his former team, the Utah Jazz.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 26
Lakers’ Walker Kessler gets 100% real on cooling off against Jazz
Los Angeles Lakers center Walker Kessler was showered with boos on his return to Delta Center on Sunday. But in the end, he had the last laugh as the Lakers beat the Jazz, 132-123, to stay undefeated at 3-0.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 25
Walker Kessler Admits Emotional Homecoming Harmed His Performance vs. Jazz
The Los Angeles Lakers came away with a solid 132-123 victory over the Utah Jazz, improving to 3-0 on the season. Although Luka Doncic’s 52-point outburst, supported by Austin Reaves‘ 29-point contribution, was the main talking point from the game, it is difficult to overlook Walker Kessler‘s performance.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 25
Lakers’ Walker Kessler showered with boos during intros in return to Utah
The Los Angeles Lakers hit the road on Sunday afternoon for their first away contest of the season against the Utah Jazz. This game marked the return of Walker Kessler to face his old team after he was signed and traded to the Lakers this offseason.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / October 25
Walker Kessler ‘Excited To Compete’ In First Game Against Utah Jazz
Walker Kessler is off to a terrific start with the Los Angeles Lakers and next is what figures to be a hostile environment on Sunday. The Lakers’ first road game of the season is against the Utah Jazz, who traded Kessler to the Lakers during the offseason.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 24
Luka Doncic gets honest after two games with Walker Kessler
Luka Doncic is clearly having fun playing alongside the Los Angeles Lakers’ new big man, Walker Kessler. Through two games in the 2026-27 NBA season, Kessler has done nothing but show that he can deliver the goods for the Lakers, and Doncic appreciates that.
NBA News / Field Level Media / October 24
Lakers, Walker Kessler put undefeated start up against Jazz
Walker Kessler is thriving after two games with the Los Angeles Lakers and will get a chance to show off his form against his former team, the Utah Jazz, on Sunday at Salt Lake City.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / October 22
Lakers Make Walker Kessler Announcement After Warriors Game
The Los Angeles Lakers celebrated Walker Kessler’s debut after their 127-105 victory over the Golden State Warriors, highlighting a performance that put the new center in franchise history.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 22
Shaquille O’Neal wants the Lakers to embrace a hilarious nickname
Shaquille O’Neal is pushing a hilarious nickname for the Los Angeles Lakers, and he wants the team to embrace it. After praising Lakers big man Walker
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 10
Lakers face instant reality check on expensive Walker Kessler gamble
The Los Angeles Lakers have high hopes this season, but with the Western Conference packing an even stronger collective punch now, there is not a path to success for the franchise if its key players are not fully healthy.
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