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The Lakers are resting basically everyone against the Warriors

The Lakers will be without their Big 3 and much more in the team’s second preseason game.

Published: Wednesday, 7 October 2026 at 12:56 AM
The Lakers are resting basically everyone against the Warriors
Key Things to Know
  • The Lakers plan to rest most of their regular roster against the Golden State Warriors.
  • Head coach JJ Redick opposed playing a preseason back-to-back set.
  • Injuries have sidelined center Walker Kessler and guard Collin Sexton during the preseason.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Los Angeles Lakers are planning to rest almost all of their regular rotation players for their preseason matchup against the Golden State Warriors. Head coach JJ Redick expressed dissatisfaction with playing a preseason back-to-back set, resulting in the decision to sideline core contributors for the contest.

The Lakers are balancing rest alongside early preseason injuries to players such as Walker Kessler and Collin Sexton. Despite the absences, Redick has maintained an overall positive outlook on the team's progress following a 2-1 start to their preseason schedule.

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