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Walker Kessler’s historic Lakers debut earns hilarious nickname from Shaq

Walker Kessler delivered a spectacular Lakers debut, scoring 26 points on a flawless 12‑for‑12 shooting night and finishing with ten dunks, nine rebounds and two blocks as Los Angeles routed the Golden State Warriors 127‑105. The crowd of more than 18,000 at Crypto.com Arena gave him a standing ovation, and Shaquille O’Neal christened the rookie center “Milk Chamberlain” during the post‑game broadcast.

Luka Doncic added 28 points, eight rebounds and seven assists, feeding Kessler on multiple alley‑oop passes, while teammate Austin Reaves helped keep the rim busy. Coach JJ Redick praised the performance, noting the historic efficiency matched only by Wilt Chamberlain in Lakers history.

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