Lakers’ Luke Kennard emphasizes communication in return to L.A.

LOS ANGELES — Luke Kennard has only been a Laker for two weeks. His first practice was Thursday.

But even 14 days has been enough to notice the defensive intensity his new team has showcased over the last month.

And for Kennard, the primary defensive goal given to him by the coaching staff since he arrived has been communication.

“When you think of a zone, you think it’s easy. You just kind of have to stand there, but there’s a lot to it, lot of dynamics, a lot of movement...