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Lakers Eye Luke Kennard Re-Signing as Priority Move
TL;DR
The Los Angeles Lakers prioritize re-signing Luke Kennard as he enters free agency. Kennard, currently on an expiring $11 million deal, was traded from the Atlanta Hawks and has become a key player for the team.
Key points
- Lakers prioritize re-signing Luke Kennard
- Kennard is on an expiring $11 million deal
- He was traded from the Atlanta Hawks for Gabe Vincent
- Kennard's success has increased his market value
- Lakers risk losing Kennard without a long-term deal
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The Los Angeles Lakers are focused on keeping shooting guard Luke Kennard as the elite 3-point threat hits free agency.
Kennard is on an expiring $11 million deal that he inked with the Atlanta Hawks over the offseason.
He was traded to the Lakers for Gabe Vincent, a move that is a true masterstroke from the president of basketball operations, Rob Pelinka.
However, Kennard’s success has increased his value, and without a long-term deal in place, the Lakers will need to either pay up or risk losing a true difference-maker.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Luke Kennard (10) shoots the ball as Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) defends during the third quarter during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
The Lakers do not lack salary cap space, with one of the most money coming off the books over the offseason.
Kennard is one of a few free agents, including Austin Reaves, , and , who will also hit the market.
Q&A
What is Luke Kennard's current contract situation with the Lakers?
Luke Kennard is on an expiring $11 million deal and is set to hit free agency.
Why are the Lakers focused on re-signing Luke Kennard?
The Lakers view Kennard as a crucial 3-point threat and a difference-maker for the team.
Who did the Lakers trade to acquire Luke Kennard?
The Lakers traded Gabe Vincent to acquire Luke Kennard from the Atlanta Hawks.
