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Suns Land Elite Shooter Kennard
1 Jul
Summary
- Kennard signed a two-year, $13 million deal with Phoenix.
- He led the league in 3-point percentage at 47.8% this season.
- Kennard previously played for the Los Angeles Lakers.
Free agent guard Luke Kennard has agreed to a two-year contract worth $13 million with the Phoenix Suns, which includes a player option for the second season. This move comes after Kennard concluded the previous season with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Acquired by the Lakers from the Atlanta Hawks at the trade deadline, Kennard quickly integrated into the team due to his exceptional shooting ability and playmaking skills. The veteran guard led the entire league in 3-point percentage, achieving an outstanding 47.8% from beyond the arc over the full season. His performance improved further after joining the Lakers, where he shot 44.8% from three-point range.
Kennard, who turned 30 in June, was previously on an expiring contract valued at $11 million for the last season. His deal with the Suns provides stability while offering flexibility with the player option.
