Lakers Acquire Luke Kennard at Deadline in Bid to Boost Depth
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The Los Angeles Lakers completed a trade for guard Luke Kennard on Feb. 5, 2026, making their lone move before the NBA’s trade deadline.
Kennard, 30, is widely regarded as one of the league’s most accurate three-point shooters. By adding him to the backcourt, Los Angeles hopes to improve floor spacing and relieve scoring pressure on its stars.
The deal immediately strengthens head coach Darvin Ham’s rotation, but questions remain about whether a single acquisition can address the team’s broader needs as the playoff race tightens.
Terms of the trade were not disclosed in the report, and the Lakers did not announce any corresponding roster moves at the time of the transaction.
Source: New York Post
