Luka Dončić Praises Walker Kessler as Lakers Start Strong

Luka Dončić has praised center Walker Kessler's recent play following the Los Angeles Lakers' strong 6-2 start to the 2026-27 season. Dončić noted postgame that Kessler is key to the team's winning chances after the big man posted consecutive impressive double-doubles. The trio of Dončić, Kessler, and Austin Reaves has outscored opponents by 104 points in 145 shared minutes while recording a 138.3 offensive rating, propelling Los Angeles to the league's second-ranked offense.