Walker Kessler’s historic Lakers debut earns hilarious nickname from Shaq

22 October 2026 at 07:33

Walker Kessler scored 26 points on perfect shooting with 10 dunks in his Lakers debut, earning a standing ovation and hilarious new nickname from Shaq.

Los Angeles Lakers center Walker Kessler dunks the basketball.

Walker Kessler of the Los Angeles Lakers stands on the court with his hands on his hips during a game against the Golden State Warriors.

Luka Doncic picks up the tab for Lakers fans with generous gesture before season opener

New York Post

By: Michael Duarte

22 October 2026 at 01:56

Luka Doncic treats Lakers fans to free parking and bike rides while taking out a full-page LA Times ad ahead of the season opener against the Warriors.

Luka Doncic signs a Los Angeles Lakers jersey with the number 77.

Luka Doncic (77) and Walker Kessler (14) of the Los Angeles Lakers high-five during a game against the Denver Nuggets on Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 08: Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles the ball against the Sacramento Kings during the first quarter in a preseason game at Crypto.com Arena on October 08, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)

Despite Rams’ awful start, devastating injuries, Super Bowl run still in the cards

New York Post

By: Michael Duarte

20 October 2026 at 13:00

The Rams fall to 2-4 as devastating injuries to Davante Adams, Kobie Turner and others threaten their Super Bowl hopes. Can Sean McVay save the season?

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