Walker Kessler Reaches Milestone In Quick Fashion For Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers center Walker Kessler grabbed his 2,000th rebound against the Milwaukee Bucks, becoming the 11th-fastest player in NBA history to reach 2,000 points, 2,000 rebounds, and 500 blocks. Kessler is averaging 14.9 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 2.3 blocks for the league-leading Lakers. Acquired in July via a sign-and-trade, the defensive anchor entered Wednesday leading the NBA in contested shots with 140 and has posted double-doubles in six of his last seven contests.