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Miss America Engaged to Lakers' New Center Kessler
15 Jul
Summary
- Miss America Abbie Stockard is engaged to Lakers center Walker Kessler.
- Stockard accompanied Kessler to the Lakers facility for his introduction.
- Kessler was acquired by the Lakers and signed a four-year contract.
Abbie Stockard, the reigning Miss America, is embarking on a new chapter alongside her fiancé, NBA center Walker Kessler. Stockard recently accompanied Kessler to the Lakers' facility, marking his official introduction to the Los Angeles team. She shared her excitement for this new phase of his career on social media.
This momentous occasion follows a significant personal milestone for the couple, as Kessler proposed to Stockard during a recent outing on Alabama's Lake Martin. Their relationship began with an unusual introduction, as Kessler's mother spotted Stockard at an Auburn basketball game and facilitated their connection.
The Lakers acquired the 7-foot-2 center from Utah and have signed him to a four-year contract worth $130 million. The team anticipates Kessler's contributions in rebounding and rim protection to complement stars like Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. Kessler expressed his commitment to the organization following this substantial investment.
