{
  "id": 94775,
  "title": "Lakers executive on how Walker Kessler will help the team offensively",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/03/lakers-executive-on-how-walker-kessler-will-help-the-team-offensively",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-03T18:00:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/lakers-executive-walker-kessler-help-180040803.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Walker Kessler, a 7-foot-2 center for the Los Angeles Lakers, is known for his exceptional shot-blocking and rebounding skills. However, his offensive contributions are also noteworthy. An executive in the Lakers' front office explained that Kessler can be a valuable asset in unlocking the team's offensive potential. \"We knew we needed a defensive anchor. Walker can protect the rim and rebound. Those two things not only help our defense, but it can help trigger our offense too,\" the executive stated. Kessler's ability to grab offensive rebounds and drive to the basket with excellent touch and range could significantly improve the Lakers' offensive game. His jumper, which showed development even before his shoulder surgery last season, could open up new scoring options, especially for players like Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves, Collin Sexton, and Quentin Grimes. If he can further develop his three-point shooting, Kessler could become a more versatile offensive threat for the Lakers.",
  "summary": "One Lakers front office executive feels new starting center Walker Kessler will help the team offensively more than some may expect.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}