# Lakers Pay Premium for Kessler | Atlanta Hawks News

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Podcast: [Atlanta Hawks News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/atlanta-hawks-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7550345)
Published: 2026-07-01T19:07:42+00:00
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Lakers pull off a blockbuster trade, landing Walker Kessler in a deal that includes unprotected first-round picks in 2031 and 2033 plus future swaps, while paying him a massive four-year, $130 million contract. Meanwhile, Atlanta wisely sticks with their current center rotation, re-signing Jock Landale on a one-year deal — a savvy move that avoids overpaying and preserves roster flexibility, especially after they already have Okongwu and Veesaar. The Lakers, desperate for a rim protector since trading for Luka Doncic, paid a steep price to get Kessler — but it’s a necessary gamble to compete. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d3ab6c84396a59f3

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