The Lakers have two players ranked among the top five in three-point shooting percentage! Kennard is set to become the franchise's first.

Yesterday, the Lakers dominated, easily defeating the Eastern Conference's bottom-ranked Pacers. Without James and Ayton playing, beating this weaker opponent was expected. Although they trailed by over 10 points early, once Luka Dončić got going, he was unstoppable, scoring 44 points in three quarters and checking out early.

Kennard was arguably the best performer besides Dončić yesterday. He shot 6-for-9, including 3-for-5 from three-point range, contributing 15 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 assists with zero turnovers. His plus-minus rating was +26, the highest in the game!

Since joining the Lakers, Kennard has played 13 games, averaging 10.3 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game. His shooting percentages are 60.7% from the field, 52.5% from three-point range, and 91.7% from the free-throw line, resulting in a true shooting percentage of 75%.

Statistics show that Kennard has made 95 out of 189 three-point attempts this season, with a 50.3% shooting rate, ranking first in the league. Interestingly, his three-point percentage has improved to 52.5% over his 13 games with the Lakers. He shoots even more accurately with the Lakers!

Another noteworthy statistic: the Lakers have more than one sharpshooter. Rui Hachimura's three-point percentage this season is 44.4%, ranking fifth in the league—surprising, right? Moreover, Hachimura has attempted more threes than Kennard, making 92 out of 207 attempts this season.

Since 2026 began, the Lakers' players' three-point shooting percentages are as follows:

Hayes 100%

Bronny 63.6%

Kennard 52.5%

Hachimura 44.3%

Timme 43.8%

Kleber 42.9%

Dončić 40%

Smart 38.6%

Reaves 38.5%

Lavaravia 33.3%

James 31.3%

Knecht 20.6%

Players like Hayes, Bronny, Timme, and Kleber have too few attempts to be considered reliable references. James and Lavaravia need to improve their percentages. Additionally, the Lakers face the Eastern Conference's third-ranked Knicks tomorrow; James (left elbow contusion, left foot arthritis) and Kleber are questionable. Ayton, who missed yesterday's game due to knee soreness, is no longer on the injury list.

As a three-point shooter, Knecht only plays during garbage time when the intensity is lower, yet he has only managed a 20.6% shooting rate, which is somewhat disappointing.

After yesterday's game, Dončić praised Kennard, saying, "I always tell him, 'You need to shoot more.' Often, I think he could take the shot, but he doesn't. Playing with him is really fun, and he's a great guy, so I'm genuinely happy he's on the same team as me."

The mutual admiration continued. Kennard later complimented Dončić: "Honestly, I feel what he does on the court doesn't get enough praise. Even when I'm on the court myself, I sometimes stop to watch him play and see what he's doing. It's fascinating. And being part of it is another experience altogether."

According to Lakers official data, if the season ended today, Kennard would become the first Lakers player ever to finish a single season with a three-point shooting percentage above 45%. The previous highest single-season three-point percentages for Lakers players are:

1. Nash: 43.8% (2012-13 season)

2. Vujacic: 43.7% (2007-08 season)

3. Byron Scott: 43.6% (1986-87 season)

4. Byron Scott: 43.3% (1984-85 season)

5. Byron Scott: 42.3% (1989-90 season)

The Lakers have 19 regular-season games remaining. Barring surprises, Kennard will break this record and become the franchise's highest single-season three-point shooter. What? You mention Vincent? Who is that? Don't know him.