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Robert Horry Explains Why Walker Kessler Could Be Lakers’ Biggest Difference-Maker This Season

The LA Lakers are entering the 2026-27 season with a vastly different look. Their busy offseason included the addition of new pieces, the departure of LeBron James, and the de facto designation of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves as the tandem to lead the team into the future.
Robert Horry Explains Why Walker Kessler Could Be Lakers’ Biggest Difference-Maker This Season

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Robert Horry Explains Why Walker Kessler Could Be Lakers’ Biggest Difference-Maker This Season

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Lakers’ Walker Kessler Given Title He’d Rather Not Have Before the Season

The Los Angeles Lakers gave up a lot to get Walker Kessler. With that comes great responsibility, which leads to a lot of pressure. The post Lakers’ Walker Kessler Given Title He’d Rather Not Have Before the Season appeared first on HEAVY.

Is Walker Kessler Injured? Lakers Center Reveals Why He Isn’t Playing Preseason

The Los Angeles Lakers eked out a four-point victory over the Sacramento Kings on Thursday night, marking their second win of the preseason. “The Los Angeles Lakers moved to 2-1 this preseason with Thursday’s 114-110 victory over the Sacramento Kings,” Bleacher Report’s Andy Bailey wrote. “Led by Luka Dončić’s 23 points in 25 minutes, the Lakers […] The post Is Walker Kessler Injured? Lakers Center Reveals Why He Isn’t Playing Preseason appeared first on HEAVY.

Will Walker Kessler Make Lakers Debut Tonight? New Details Before Kings Game

The Los Angeles Lakers are getting ready to play in front of their home crowd after over six months to take on the Sacramento Kings in their preseason home opener. The Lakers stomped the Kings in the first game of the preseason, rattling off a 24-point victory over their inner-state rival on Monday night. That game […] The post Will Walker Kessler Make Lakers Debut Tonight? New Details Before Kings Game appeared first on HEAVY.

Lakers’ JJ Redick eases concerns about Walker Kessler’s preseason finger injury

On Thursday night, the Los Angeles Lakers played their third preseason game — with Austin Reaves making his debut for the team in exhibition season. One notable absence from the Lakers lineup is Walker Kessler, their big-money signing this offseason, as he remained on the sidelines with a finger injury. It’s getting to a point where some fans are […] The post Lakers’ JJ Redick eases concerns about Walker Kessler’s preseason finger injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

JJ Redick Makes Bold Statement About Lakers' Championship Chances

After the Los Angeles Lakers made drastic offseason changes, including moving on from LeBron James, many questions arose about whether this revamped roster coul

“Is Walker Kessler The New Street Clothes?”: Lakers Fans Concerned as Marquee FA Signing Misses 3rd Straight Preseason Game With Finger Injury

Los Angeles Lakers fans’ concerns around Walker Kessler’s injury continued to mount after the marquee free-agent addition missed his third straight preseason game on Thursday against the Sacramento Kings. Coach JJ Redick said on Monday that Kessler was dealing with a minor finger injury.

Lakers insider reveals major 'worry' without Walker Kessler in lineup as he battles finger injury

The Los Angeles Lakers are showing a lot of weak spots without Walker Kessler. It is clear the biggest worry the team should have once the season starts.

Lakers Urged to Turn to 39% Deadeye 3-Point Center as Walker Kessler Backup

With star big man Walker Kessler sidelined, now is the time for the Los Angeles Lakers to experiment their options at backup center. For months, the Lakers’ center depth has been a focal point of discussion. The move for Kessler — a seismic sign-and-trade that saw the Lakers surrender two first round picks and a pair […] The post Lakers Urged to Turn to 39% Deadeye 3-Point Center as Walker Kessler Backup appeared first on HEAVY.

Nick Young Questions Lakers’ Title Chances: “I Don’t Know About The Trump Lakers; It’s Too White”

Although the new-look Lakers seem promising, Nick Young dismisses their chances as a title contender because of one reason.

"I don't know about the Trump Lakers this year" - Nick Young agrees that the Lakers are too white to win a championship

Young doesn't see the Lakers as championship material.

Robert Horry Believes Writing Is on the Wall for 2 Lakers Players

With the Lakers facing some difficult roster decisions before the start of the NBA season, the seven-time champion believes he knows who the odd men out are in Los Angeles.

Walker Kessler says his finger is ‘good,’ JJ Redick expects him to play in preseason

Kessler and his head coach both sound optimistic about how soon he’ll be back

Lakers Get Major Trade Update on $27M Top Center Target After Defeating Kings

The Los Angeles Lakers may have improved to 2-1 after their victory over the Sacramento Kings on Thursday night, but that hasn’t smoothed over some of weaker areas on the roster. For all the excitement the offseason roster moves brought, most still worried about the Lakers’ big man depth. This preseason has only highlighted the frontcourt […] The post Lakers Get Major Trade Update on $27M Top Center Target After Defeating Kings appeared first on HEAVY.

JJ Redick expands on why he feels the pieces fit well for the Lakers

Lakers coach JJ Redick explained why he said two weeks ago that the pieces on the roster fit well together.

Lakers Get Troubling Verdict on New Signing: ‘He’s Looking Old’

Lakers legend Robert Horry has expressed concern over Kevon Looney, questioning whether the veteran big man can survive the season. The post Lakers Get Troubling Verdict on New Signing: ‘He’s Looking Old’ appeared first on HEAVY.

Byron Scott Gets Brutally Honest About the New-Look Lakers

Former Lakers coach Byron Scott gets brutally honest about LA's offseason moves and why he thinks they aren't title contenders yet. The post Byron Scott Gets Brutally Honest About the New-Look Lakers appeared first on LA Sports Report.

Lakers Poised To Underperform With Luka Doncic In Over/Under Win Total

The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to see a drop in performance this season with Luka Doncic, according to two new over/under win totals. The post Lakers Poised To Underperform With Luka Doncic In Over/Under Win Total appeared first on HEAVY.

Luka Doncic opens up about his influence on L.A. Lakers' roster after LeBron James' exit

Luka Doncic gets candid about his contributions to the Lakers' front office decisions.

Robert Horry Rips Two Lakers Players He Predicts Will Be Gone

The Los Angeles Lakers have a big decision heading into the season with at least one name needing to get cut or traded. Seven-time NBA Champion Robert Horry hit some of clutchest shots in franchise history and often speaks about the Lakers in his media role. Both Dalton Knecht and Jarred Vanderbilt were singled out […] The post Robert Horry Rips Two Lakers Players He Predicts Will Be Gone appeared first on HEAVY.

JJ Redick gives updates on injuries to key injured Lakers players

The Lakers players who didn't play in Thursday's preseason game are nursing some minor ailments.

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