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JJ Redick feels the Lakers are in a good spot so far this preseason

Preseason results are thoroughly meaningless. With players shuffling in and out of the lineup as everyone ramps up for the regular season, it’s hard to place too much emphasis on the wins and losses. Instead, it’s all about the process…

By Jacob Rude · Silver Screen and Roll

Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 7:32 PM

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Head coach JJ Redick stated he likes where the Lakers are at during the ongoing preseason.
Redick plans to continue ramping up playing time over the next two games to establish team rhythm.
The Lakers impressed offensively from three-point range against Sacramento behind Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves.

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Head coach JJ Redick expressed optimism about the Los Angeles Lakers' progress following a preseason victory over the Sacramento Kings. Redick emphasized the value of rotation players exceeding 20 minutes of live-game action as the team continues to build conditioning and on-court rhythm ahead of the upcoming regular season.

The Lakers' offense showed strong perimeter shooting alongside notable performances from Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves. Defensively, wing player Jake LaRavia stood out and praised the team's growing chemistry and communication, despite a heavily rotated loss to the Golden State Warriors during exhibition play.

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JJ Redick feels the Lakers are in a good spot so far this preseason

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