Walker Kessler's Status Uncertain; Center Search Continues

Kessler says he's cleared, but earlier report said out for season. Lakers are still hunting for center depth after adding Kessler and Looney. A Lakers insider confirms the team is targeting another center. New reports list specific backup center targets: Jalen Smith (stretch five, trade framework floated), Bobby Portis, Isaiah Stewart, Nick Richards, Sims, Matkovic, and free agents Biyombo and Powell. Kessler trade validated by Warriors' inaction. Broome mentioned as a cheap developable option. The center rotation remains a question mark.