Kessler Engaged, Lakers Get Big Win | Venice Beach News

Walker Kessler, the 24-year-old Lakers big man and newly engaged NBA star, popped the question to his Miss America ex-girlfriend on July 4th — just days after the Lakers traded for him in a blockbuster deal. The move, finalized July 1st, sent future draft picks to Utah in exchange for Kessler, adding elite defense to a scoring-heavy roster. Signed to a four-year, $130M contract, Kessler’s future looks bright — both on and off the court. His mom even helped spark the romance, sending him a photo two years ago that led to their connection. Before his injury last season, he averaged nearly 10 points and 10 rebounds for the Jazz — now he’s back, healthy, and celebrating love. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/48f0a11bb0df29a0