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Kessler's Rebounds: Lakers' Early Season Concern?
29 Oct
Summary
- Walker Kessler is averaging 14.8 points and 2.4 blocks for the Lakers.
- Despite scoring success, Kessler's rebounding numbers have decreased.
- The Lakers team struggles overall with rebounding efficiency this season.
Five games into his Los Angeles Lakers career, Walker Kessler has shown promising offensive capabilities, averaging 14.8 points on an impressive 75% field-goal shooting. He is also contributing 8.2 rebounds and 2.4 blocks per game, significantly aiding the Lakers' current 4-1 season start.
Despite his scoring success, Kessler's rebounding has become a focal point of discussion among fans and the coaching staff. He has not recorded a double-digit rebounding game this season, a notable decrease from his past performance. Coach JJ Redick has publicly acknowledged that Kessler needs to improve on the boards.
The Lakers organization as a whole is grappling with rebounding deficiencies. They are currently ranked 26th in overall rebounding percentage, 28th in defensive rebounding percentage, and 27th in offensive rebounding percentage. This lack of board control impacts their ability to secure second-chance points, where they are second-to-last in the league.
While it is still early in the season, and Kessler's recovery from a torn labrum suffered last October might be a factor, his box-out intensity appears to be lacking. Fans hope to see an improvement in this area soon, as consistent rebounding is crucial for the team's success.
