Lakers center Kessler scores perfect 12-for-12 in win over Warriors

Los Angeles Lakers center Walker Kessler delivered a standout performance in the team's 127-105 win against the Golden State Warriors, going a perfect 12-for-12 from the field and scoring 26 points, according to dailynews.com.

Kessler's flawless shooting night was the best field goal percentage by a Laker since Wilt Chamberlain's 14-for-14 game in 1969, as reported by presstelegram.com. His 10 dunks were the most by a Laker since Shaquille O'Neal in 2003, ESPN noted.

The 7-foot-2 center, acquired in a trade involving multiple first-round picks and signed to a four-year, $130 million contract, drew a standing ovation as he left the game with over six minutes remaining and the Lakers leading by 33 points.

While Kessler's performance was statistically impressive, the enthusiasm also stemmed from his apparent seamless fit with the Lakers on opening night. His first basket came less than two minutes into the game, helping set the tone for the team's dominant showing.

Kessler faced a Warriors lineup with Draymond Green playing center due to Kristaps Porzingis's unavailability. Shaquille O'Neal, during the postgame broadcast, nicknamed Kessler “Milk Chamberlain,” linking him to Lakers legends Wilt Chamberlain and Shaq.