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Lakers Land Luke Kennard From Hawks for Gabe Vincent, 2032 Second

The trade reflects a focus on adding shooting while preserving flexibility for a potential summer overhaul.

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 11: Luke Kennard #3 of the Atlanta Hawks reacts after making a three-point shot in the second half against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center on January 11, 2026 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)
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Jan 7, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Luke Kennard (3) shown warming up on the court prior to the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images/File Photo

Overview

  • Kennard, the NBA leader at 49.7% from three this season, arrives to boost spacing around Luka Dončić, LeBron James and Austin Reaves.
  • The swap sends Vincent and the Lakers’ 2032 second-round pick to Atlanta for Kennard, with both players on similar expiring deals near $11 million.
  • Atlanta creates an approximately $11 million traded-player exception by taking back Vincent, while Los Angeles trims about $500,000 in salary.
  • By moving their 2032 second, the Lakers exhaust their remaining second-round picks and are not expected to make further deadline-day deals.
  • Vincent’s injury-plagued Lakers stint ends ahead of unrestricted free agency, and reports indicate the Hawks plan to keep him alongside Buddy Hield.