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Lakers' Jake LaRavia: Auditioning for starting role
LaRavia registered nine points (3-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-3 FT), three rebounds, one assist, three steals and one block across 22 minutes in Tuesday's 124-98 preseason loss to the Warriors.
The Lakers sat several key contributors for the second half of this back-to-back set, allowing LaRavia to draw the start Tuesday. LaRavia is contending with Matisse Thybulle for the team's final starting position, a battle that remains worth watching throughout the rest of training camp.
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Lakers' Jaden Hardy: Competing for reserve role
Hardy registered 13 points (4-12 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, three assists and two steals and an assist across 19 minutes in Tuesday's 124-98 preseason loss to the Warriors.
After coming over from Washington this past summer, Hardy is trying to make a case for a bench role with the Lakers. The combo guard looks to be quite lost in the shuffle, but Hardy could inch his way up the depth chart once Los Angeles begins to trim its roster.
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Lakers' Adou Thiero: Scores seven points in loss
Thiero tallied seven points (3-6 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-3 FT) and four rebounds across 17 minutes during Tuesday's 124-98 loss to the Warriors.
After an encouraging Summer League campaign, coach JJ Redick intends to give the 6-8 Arkansas product every opportunity to be a key support piece for the Lakers this season. Unlike other spots in LA's rotation, Thiero's position is a bit more wide open, with Matisse Thybulle, Jake LaRavia and Jarred Vanderbilt all competing for time. Although he shouldn't be considered a viable fantasy option right now, he has the potential to be a bigger contributor.
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Lakers' Dalton Knecht: Logs 11 points in defeat
Knecht registered 11 points (3-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), a rebound and an assist across 22 minutes in Tuesday's 124-98 preseason loss to the Lakers.
It's becoming increasingly apparent that Knecht's days with the Lakers could be numbered, as almost all of the team's offseason acquisitions seem designed without him in mind. Unless the team radically changes its rotation plans, Knecht will be buried even deeper on the depth chart this season, rendering him a non-option in all fantasy formats.
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Lakers' Quentin Grimes: Posts 12 points in starting role
Grimes logged 12 points (3-8 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 4-5 FT), three assists, a rebound and a steal in 23 minutes during Tuesday's 124-98 loss to the Warriors.
Grimes is in an interesting spot after coming over from Philadelphia, as the starting wing spot seems ripe for the taking. Putting Grimes there would put the Lakers at a height disadvantage against most teams, which is why rookie Cameron Carr will immediately enter the conversation at the position. Los Angeles' lineup scheme is unique, with Luka Doncic assuming a multi-pronged role in the offense, and while pairing Grimes and Austin Reaves with the All-Star isn't entirely unreasonable, there's no question that it's the Lakers' most uncertain position heading into the regular season.
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Lakers' Sandro Mamukelashvili: Scores 15 points with three triples
Mamukelashvili produced 15 points (6-10 FG, 3-4 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and one block over 18 minutes in Tuesday's 124-98 preseason loss to the Warriors.
Luka Doncic (rest) and Austin Reaves (ankle) were inactive for Tuesday's exhibition, so Mamukelashvili got all the shots he wanted on offense. It'll be interesting to see how he fits in the rotation in Los Angeles, but if he's able to secure a 25-plus-minute role, he could have some value as a three-point specialist.
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Lakers' Adou Thiero: Starting vs. Golden State
Thiero is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's preseason game against the Warriors, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.
The Lakers are playing on the second leg of a back-to-back preseason set, so there's no reason to rest most of their starters. Thiero is vying for a spot in the frontcourt rotation, so he'll aim to make the most of this opportunity.
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Lakers' Bronny James: Starting versus Golden State
James will start in Tuesday's game against the Warriors, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.
James is fighting for rotation minutes ahead of the regular season. The 21-year-old is coming off another quiet campaign, averaging 2.9 points and 1.2 assists over 8.9 minutes in 42 regular-season games in 2025-26.
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Lakers' Sandro Mamukelashvili: Starting Tuesday
Mamukelashvili will start in Tuesday's preseason game against the Warriors, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.
The Lakers have seven players inactive for Tuesday's exhibition, so Mamukelashvili could see reasonable minutes. Joining him in the first unit will be Bronny James, Quentin Grimes, Jake LaRavia and Adou Thiero.
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Lakers' Arthur Kaluma: Out again Tuesday
Kaluma (lower body) won't play in Tuesday's preseason game Golden State, Luca Evans of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Kaluma will miss a second consecutive preseason contest Tuesday. He's considered day-to-day, so he may be on the floor Thursday for the rematch with Sacramento.
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Lakers' Collin Sexton: Won't suit up versus Warriors
Sexton (lower body) won't play in Tuesday's preseason game against the Warriors, Luca Evans of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
It's unknown if Sexton will be available to play during the preseason, though his next opportunity to get on the floor will come Thursday against Sacramento. The 27-year-old ended the 2025-26 campaign with the Bulls, averaging 17.5 points, 2.9 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.5 steals over 26.0 minutes per contest in 26 regular-season games.
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Lakers' Ziaire Williams: Won't play Tuesday
Williams (rest) is out for Tuesday's preseason game against the Warriors, Luca Evans of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Williams will rest on the second leg of a preseason back-to-back set. His absence should open up minutes for Jarred Vanderbilt and Sandro Mamukelashvili.
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Lakers' Walker Kessler: Not playing vs. Warriors
Kessler (finger) won't play in Tuesday's exhibition game against the Warriors, Luca Evans of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Kessler will miss a second consecutive preseason game after jamming his finger during training camp. The big man will aim to make his preseason debut Thursday at home against the Kings, but the Lakers will take a cautious approach to keep the injury from lingering into the regular season.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Won't play Tuesday
Doncic (undisclosed) won't play in Tuesday's preseason game against the Warriors, Luca Evans of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Doncic is coming off a solid 21-point outing in Monday's 127-103 preseason win over Sacramento. The veteran is likely getting time off to rest on the second night of a back-to-back, though it's unknown if he will suit up for Thursday's rematch with Sacramento.
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Lakers' Matisse Thybulle: Resting Tuesday
Thybulle (rest) will skip Tuesday's exhibition against the Warriors, Luca Evans of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
The Lakers are on the second leg of a back-to-back set, so they will rest their entire starting lineup and some key reserves. Jaden Hardy and Bronny James could see major minutes in Tuesday's preseason game.
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Lakers' Austin Reaves: Won't play Tuesday
Reaves (ankle) won't play in Tuesday's preseason game against the Warriors, Luca Evans of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Reaves missed Monday's game against the Kings after tweaking his ankle, and the Lakers won't risk him, so he'll also sit the second half of this back-to-back set. Reaves' next chance to make his preseason debut will come against the Kings on Thursday.
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Lakers' Jarred Vanderbilt: Fighting for roster spot
Vanderbilt recorded four points (2-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt), two rebounds and one assist in 10 minutes during Monday's 127-103 preseason win over Sacramento.
Vanderbilt didn't take the floor until the fourth quarter, suggesting he's fighting for a roster spot. His fantasy arrow is pointing down ahead of the new season.
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Lakers' Chris Manon: Effective in limited run
Manon recorded 12 points (2-3 FG, 8-10 FT), five rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block in 12 minutes during Monday's 127-103 preseason win over Sacramento.
Manon did all of his damage in the fourth quarter after receiving praise from coach JJ Redick for his work during training camp. The two-way guard remains a long shot for consistent NBA minutes, but his strong camp and productive preseason debut are encouraging signs.
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Lakers' Quentin Grimes: Efficient in start
Grimes finished with 16 points (5-7 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT) and one assist in 19 minutes during Monday's 127-103 preseason win over the Kings.
Grimes drew the start with Austin Reaves (ankle) and Collin Sexton (lower body) unavailable and didn't commit a turnover during an efficient Lakers debut. The 26-year-old is competing for a starting spot and should have a significant role regardless of where he ultimately lands in the rotation.
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Lakers' Sandro Mamukelashvili: Fares well off bench
Mamukelashvili finished with eight points (3-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt), five assists, one rebound and two steals in 19 minutes during Monday's 127-103 preseason win over Sacramento.
Mamukelashvili showed off his versatility in his Lakers debut, with his five assists ranking second on the team. The 27-year-old is coming off a career-best 2025-26 regular season with Toronto and should have a consistent role in Los Angeles' frontcourt after signing a four-year deal during the offseason.
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Injuries
| Player | Injury |
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| L. Doncic PG Luka Doncic PG | Undisclosed |
| A. Reaves SG Austin Reaves SG | Ankle |
| C. Sexton SG Collin Sexton SG | Lower Body |
| W. Kessler C Walker Kessler C | Finger |
| M. Thybulle SF Matisse Thybulle SF | Rest |