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This transaction is fundamentally impossible since Luke Kennard plays basketball, not football. The headlines reference NBA games, Lakers basketball team, and LeBron James. No NFL merit exists for a basketball player signing with a basketball franchise. Fans would be confused by this cross-sport error. This represents a complete category mistake rather than any football evaluation.
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This trade grades out as about market rate (C+) for the Los Angeles Lakers, acquiring shooting guard Luke Kennard. The 1-year, $11.0M deal ($11.0M AAV) represents an investment that carries some risk. Luke Kennard brings above-average production to the roster (B- Performance grade), providing the Los Angeles Lakers with a depth piece. At 29 years old, Luke Kennard is a prime-age veteran, in his peak production window. This move signals Los Angeles Lakers' willingness to take a calculated gamble as they look to fill a roster need.
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Contract Details
- Length
- 1 year
- Total Value
- $11.0M
- AAV
- $11.0M
Transaction Info
- Type
- Trade
- Date
- Feb 5, 2026
- Season
- 2025-26
Acquired G Luke Kennard from Atlanta in exchange for G Gabe Vincent and a 2032 second-round pick.
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