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Former NBA champion predicts Lakers will lead league in offense

Ex‑player Kendrick Perkins forecasts a top‑ranked Lakers offense for the 2026‑27 season.

By Felo News Desk · Published Sat, 17 Oct 2026 05:06:44 GMT

Former NBA champion and analyst Kendrick Perkins told the New York Post that the Los Angeles Lakers are poised to become the league’s best offensive team in the upcoming 2026‑27 season.

Perkins highlighted Luka Dončić’s ability in the pick‑and‑roll, saying, “Luka is so great when he has a dynamic roller that loves to finish at the basket… I want to see the Lakers develop that same energy that Luka had with Daniel Gafford and Derek Lively.” He added that the addition of center Walker Kessler will further boost the Lakers’ firepower.

Perkins also noted the Lakers’ recent offensive success when Dončić and Austin Reaves played together last season, posting a top‑two net rating without LeBron James.

Key facts

• Kendrick Perkins predicts the Lakers will have the best offensive team in the league. (nypost.com)
• Perkins praised Luka Dončić’s pick‑and‑roll abilities. (nypost.com)
• Walker Kessler’s addition is expected to aid the Lakers’ offense. (nypost.com)

Sources

• [1] nypost.com — originally reported as “Former NBA champion makes bold Lakers prediction as Opening Night approaches”