Lakers Fans Are Not Buying JJ Redick’s Austin Reaves, Walker Kessler Injury Update Vs. Kings

Los Angeles Lakers fans expressed skepticism on social media after head coach JJ Redick ruled out Austin Reaves, Walker Kessler, Collin Sexton, and Arthur Kaluma ahead of their preseason opener against the Sacramento Kings. Redick described the absences as minor, noting Reaves tweaked his ankle while Kessler jammed his finger on a backboard, with all four listed as day-to-day.

Supporters questioned the official explanations, viewing them as excuses for strategic rest, rotation experiments alongside Luka Doncic, or signs of prolonged absences. The scratches left the Lakers relying on frontcourt additions Kevon Looney and Sandro Mamukelashvili for increased exhibition minutes.