Walker Kessler says he'll 'run through a brick wall' for Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers have acquired center Walker Kessler via a sign-and-trade agreement involving a $130M contract.
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The Los Angeles Lakers have officially acquired center Walker Kessler. The move was completed as a sign-and-trade, with Kessler signing a contract valued at $130 million.
Coverage from ESPN and Bleacher Report highlights Kessler's enthusiasm for the move, quoting him as saying he would 'run through a brick wall' for the team. Additionally, Lakers Nation reports that Kessler has provided a positive update regarding his recovery from shoulder surgery.
Future developments center on Kessler's ongoing recovery from surgery as he integrates into the Lakers roster.
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Quick answers
How did the Lakers acquire Walker Kessler?
The Lakers acquired Kessler through a sign-and-trade deal.
What are the financial details of the contract?
According to Bleacher Report, the contract is valued at $130 million.
What is Kessler's current health status?
Lakers Nation reports that Kessler is recovering from shoulder surgery and has provided a positive update on his progress.
Coverage (8)
- Walker Kessler’s first message to Lakers fans will have everyone fired up Yahoo Sports · 4h ago
- Lakers’ Walker Kessler Drops Intriguing Quote About Luka Doncic Partnership Sports Illustrated · 4h ago
- Walker Kessler Reveals JJ Redick’s Demand From Him After Luka Doncic’s Recruitment Role Emerges Yahoo Sports · 4h ago
- Walker Kessler Will 'Run Through a Brick Wall' for Lakers After $130M Contract, Sign-And-Trade Bleacher Report · 4h ago
- Lakers News: Walker Kessler Gives Positive Update On Recovery From Shoulder Surgery Lakers Nation · 4h ago
- Los Angeles Lakers Acquire Center Walker Kessler NBA.com · 4h ago
- "It definitely makes you feel a certain way when you … Yahoo Sports · 4h ago
- Walker Kessler says he'll 'run through a brick wall' for Lakers ESPN · 4h ago broke it first
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