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Walker Kessler Joins Lakers for $130M | SEC Basketball News

Walker Kessler, the defensive powerhouse who turned heads at Auburn, is officially headed to the Lakers on a massive four-year, $130 million contract after Utah sent him to LA in a blockbuster trade for future draft assets. Once a bench player at North Carolina, Kessler exploded at Auburn, setting a single-season blocks record and earning top honors for his rim protection. Now, he joins a Lakers squad hungry for a resurgence, bringing elite defensive presence and elite upside — and the team’s willingness to invest heavily proves how vital he is to their future. Listen in comfort:Get a…

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