Height
6'5"
Weight
206 lbs
Age
29
College
Duke
Experience
8 yrs
Wingspan
6'5.3"
Reach
8'2.5"
Hand Size
8" × 8.75"
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsB-
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 527 | 8.1 | 2.2 | 2.0 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 54.2% | 44.2% | 88.4% |
| 2025-26 |  | 68 | 8.1 | 2.2 | 2.0 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$11.0M
Guaranteed
$11.0M
AAV
$11.0M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Luke Kennard's one-year, $11M deal with the Lakers earns a C CVI — reasonable but not exceptional value for an established veteran shooting guard who's delivering solid production. His current 8.1 PPG on 68 games played represents steady role-player output that aligns with his B- performance grade, though the salary feels slightly elevated for those raw numbers. At 29 years old in his ninth NBA season, Kennard sits in that established veteran sweet spot where teams pay for proven reliability rather than upside, and his clutch shooting ability justifies premium pricing over younger alternatives at the position. The media narrative around his game-winning shots and contributions during the team's recent winning streak suggests he's maximizing his value in high-leverage moments, which adds context to the $11M investment. The short-term commitment limits downside risk while giving the Lakers flexibility, though they're essentially betting on continued clutch performance from a veteran shooter who's carved out a specific niche role. For a team investing in proven contributors rather than development projects, this represents fair market value with minimal long-term complications.
Performance Analysis
Luke Kennard earns a B- Performance grade this season — a quality starter-level shooting guard putting up solid numbers for the Los Angeles Lakers. Through 527 games, Luke is contributing 8.1 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game in his role. Luke's strongest area is FG% at 54.2, which compares favorably to the shooting guard median of 46.0. The biggest area for growth is RPG at 2.2 (shooting guard median: 5.0). Among 147 NBA shooting guards graded this season, Luke ranks 29th. Luke is a reliable contributor who the Los Angeles Lakers can count on game to game.
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