Lakers Acquire $11 Million Sharpshooter Just Hours Before NBA Trade Deadline
Summary
The Los Angeles Lakers have traded Gabe Vincent and a second-round draft pick to the Atlanta Hawks to get Luke Kennard, a player known for his shooting skills, just before the NBA trade deadline. Kennard, who is on a one-year, $11 million contract, is expected to improve the Lakers' three-point shooting.Key Facts
- The Los Angeles Lakers traded Gabe Vincent and a second-round pick to the Atlanta Hawks for Luke Kennard.
- Kennard is on a one-year contract worth $11 million.
- The trade occurred just before the NBA trade deadline.
- Kennard is known for his strong three-point shooting, a skill the Lakers need.
- This season, Kennard averages 7.9 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game.
- Kennard has played for four teams in his nine-season NBA career and will join his fifth team with the Lakers.
- He has a career three-point shooting accuracy of 44.2%.
- Kennard fits well with players like LeBron James, who create open shots for teammates.
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