Luke Kennard (neck) questionable Thursday vs. POR
Luke Kennard (neck) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Trail Blazers.
www.nbcsports.comHere’s the latest on Luke Kennard and teams as of April 2026:
- Kennard is with the Los Angeles Lakers, having been traded there in February 2026. He debuted for the Lakers on February 7, 2026, contributing 10 points, 2 assists, and 2 rebounds in a win over the Warriors.[2]
- During the 2025–26 season with Atlanta (before the trade), he appeared in 46 games off the bench, averaging 7.9 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 2.1 assists.[2]
- Prior to that, with Memphis (2024–25) he played 65 games (11 starts), averaging 8.9 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 3.3 assists.[2]
- Earlier coverage notes his role as a veteran guard for the Grizzlies and his shop of value as a floor-spacer, with multiple injury and lineup updates across seasons. For example, articles from major outlets covered his injury status and starting opportunities in 2024–25 and 2025–26.[1][3]
If you’d like, I can pull the most recent game-by-game stats for Kennard with the Lakers or compare his performance to other guards on the roster. Also, I can summarize potential implications for Lakers’ rotations or fantasy basketball outlook.