On January 3rd, Lakers team reporter Dave Mcmenamin reported that the Jazz may want the Lakers to cancel the top 4 protections of the first round in 2027 and add another first-round pick to trade for Kessler.
Kessler is currently 23 years old, with an annual salary of only $2.97 million, a height of 213cm + a wingspan of 229cm, possessing strong rim protection capabilities and agile mobility, making him one of the most popular frontcourt players in the league at present.
This season, Kessler has started 26 games for the Jazz, averaging 29.8 minutes per game, contributing 10.2 points + 10.9 rebounds + 2.7 blocks, with a shooting percentage as high as 70.6%, ranking second in the league in blocks. If the trade is completed, his combination with Anthony Davis (averaging 2 blocks per game, ranked fourth) will surely form a new "Los Angeles No-Fly Zone."
Article by Yuan Jiajun
Edited by Yuan Jiajun
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