This NBA offseason saw some surprising moves, with veterans like Klay Thompson, Paul George, DeMar DeRozan, and Chris Paul switching teams. However, the Los Angeles Lakers took a quieter approach, staying out of the spotlight without making any major roster additions, which garnered criticism for them.
Nevertheless, it seems the Lakers are waiting for the right opportunity to make a move. Recently, Jovan Buha of The Athletic speculated on possible trade targets for the Lakers and mentioned Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler as a player to keep an eye on. Buha highlighted how Kessler could be a valuable asset for the Lakers, either as a starter or coming off the bench.
“I think we need more time to see which guys become available. Walker Kessler is a name that the Lakers have been interested in that would make a lot of sense and would allow you to either start a two-big look or probably more realistically bring him off the bench,” Buha said.
Kessler is entering his third season with the Jazz. He averaged 8.7 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 2.4 blocks in his two seasons with Utah.
Los Angeles Lakers Improved To 3-0 After Winning Against The Kings
The Los Angeles Lakers have kicked off their preseason with a strong start, securing their third consecutive win. Following victories over the Minnesota Timberwolves and Phoenix Suns, the Lakers pulled off another win, defeating the Sacramento Kings in a close 131-127 matchup, bringing their regular season record to 3-0.
LeBron James and Anthony Davis were key contributors to the Lakers’ success. James delivered a standout performance, posting 32 points, 14 rebounds, and 10 assists, while Davis backed him up with 31 points, 9 rebounds, and 2 assists.
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Additional support came from Austin Reaves and D’Angelo Russell, who both contributed 16 points each. Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht also chipped in with 10 points. However, LeBron James’ son, Bronny James, did not play, marking his second consecutive game on the bench for the Lakers.
