Walker Kessler posts 22 points, 8 rebounds and 6 blocks for Lakers

Fantasy basketball: Kessler delivered 22 PTS, 8 REB, 3 STL and 6 BLK on Friday. His early-season production warrants holding in all leagues as his role takes…

By Fantasy Roundup Staff · October 24, 2026

Walker Kessler posted 22 points, 8 rebounds, 3 assists, 3 steals and 6 blocks on 10-of-14 shooting in 35 minutes as a starter on Friday, October 23, when the Lakers beat the Clippers 125-117. He added just 1 turnover but shot 2-of-5 from the line and did not hit a three.

Kessler ranks 34th overall through two games, averaging 24.0 points, 8.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.5 steals and 4.0 blocks in 32.3 minutes a night at a 22.9% usage rate and 94.5% true shooting. He is producing 2.57 nine-category value per game and 36.4 projected fantasy points in default points scoring. The Lakers have no games left this week and none scheduled next week.

Fantasy impact

Player by player

Walker Kessler

Kessler has scored in double digits in both of his games this season, shooting efficiently from the field while protecting the rim at an elite rate. With only two games played, there is not yet enough history to compare this performance against a baseline, so the next few games will reveal whether this role is sustainable. He has started every game so far and logged at least 29 minutes in each.

The 94.5% true shooting is unsustainable over a full season, but his shot profile as a post scorer has been excellent. The 6 blocks and 3 steals on Friday showcase his defensive versatility, making him a strong source of stocks in nine-category formats. Points-league managers benefit from his efficiency and peripheral production. Hold him in all formats while his workload remains this high, and monitor his next few outings to establish a clearer pattern.

What to do

• Hold Walker Kessler in all formats as his starting role and heavy minutes continue.

• Track his next few games to confirm whether his usage and shot volume remain stable.

• Value Kessler as a blocks specialist in nine-category leagues and an efficient scorer in points formats.

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