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“We Already Injury Prone”: Lakers Fans’ Concerns Mount After Walker Kessler and Austin Reaves Injury Updates Before Preseason Debut

LA Lakers fans received an early scare even before the 2026-2027 season officially began.

By Advait Jajodia · Sportskeeda

Published: Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 11:59 AM

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Lakers fans raised injury concerns after Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler were listed as day-to-day before preseason.
Collin Sexton and Arthur Kaluma were also ruled out for the exhibition match against the Sacramento Kings.
The Lakers won the preseason opener 127-103, led by 21 points from Luka Doncic in 16 minutes.

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Los Angeles Lakers fans expressed concern after Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler were listed as day-to-day ahead of the team's preseason opener against the Sacramento Kings. Head coach JJ Redick's staff also ruled out Collin Sexton and Arthur Kaluma for the exhibition contest.

Despite the absences, the Lakers secured a 127-103 victory over the Kings. Luka Doncic led the team with 21 points in 16 minutes, earning praise from Redick for his offseason conditioning, while rookie Cameron Carr added 19 points.

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