Walker Kessler shines in debut, Lakers fall to Warriors

Walker Kessler impressed in his debut for the Los Angeles Lakers, but a second-half collapse resulted in a 101-89 preseason loss to the Golden State Warriors. Los Angeles established a 20-point lead behind the regular rotation before Golden State rallied against the Lakers' bench. Kessler recorded 11 points and nine rebounds in the first half alone, while Austin Reaves led the Lakers with a team-high 28 points and seven assists.

Los Angeles struggled with ball security throughout the contest, committing 30 turnovers that Golden State converted into 26 points. Brandin Podziemski and Gary Payton II contributed key fourth-quarter scores to seal the comeback for the Warriors. The Lakers conclude their preseason schedule against the Denver Nuggets.