What happened: Walker Kessler has missed a field goal for the first time since the start of his Lakers tenure. His perfect run began with a 22-point opener, when he went 11-for-11 from the field.

Why it matters: Kessler's job in Los Angeles is to anchor the defense, so his scoring has been a bonus. The miss gets attention only because his efficiency had been perfect, and that opener had already started a debate over where he ranks among the league's centers.

What to watch: Next is whether Kessler keeps finishing at a high rate as he settles in as the Lakers' starting center.