"LeBron James stated, 'He's just a ball player... People just kind of gave him the narrative of just being a shooter. But he does so many more things. He can handle the ball, he can rebound the ball, he can make plays. ... And what we're missing right now, we need it [from him]. We need it more and more than ever.'"
"Kennard has averaged 2.3 assists per game in his NBA career and only 1.7 per game for the Lakers since joining in a midseason trade, but he stepped up significantly during the playoff push."
"In the Lakers' 101-73 victory over the Phoenix Suns, Kennard contributed three assists and 19 points, helping the team clinch home-court advantage in the first round."
Luke Kennard has stepped up as the Lakers' emergency point guard due to injuries to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. He recorded 31 assists in four games, showcasing his versatility beyond being just a shooter. LeBron James emphasized Kennard's all-around skills, stating he can handle the ball, rebound, and make plays. The Lakers secured home-court advantage in the playoffs with a 101-73 victory over the Phoenix Suns, despite missing key players.
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