Lakers Land Kessler for Big-Future | NBA News

Lakers pull off a blockbuster trade, acquiring elite rim protector Walker Kessler from the Jazz in exchange for two unprotected first-round picks and future draft swaps — then locking him up to a four-year, $130M deal. Kessler, entering his 25th season, brings high basketball IQ, elite shot-blocking, and rebounding — perfect for complementing Luka Dončić — though his recent shoulder surgery raises health concerns. For the Jazz, it’s a savvy move to unload a disgruntled homegrown star for valuable draft assets. If Kessler stays healthy, this could be the cornerstone of L.A.’s future. 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/8c430cb17ac15ecf