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Gabe Vincent Makes Rotation Push With Team-High Preseason Showing as Redick Applauds Leadership

Vincent’s consistency, leadership, off-ball adjustment drew Redick’s praise.

Overview

  • In the Oct. 5 preseason loss to the Warriors, Vincent posted a team-best 16 points with five assists and three 3-pointers in 19 minutes of action.
  • He started and handled more on-ball duties with multiple regulars resting, showcasing versatility the Lakers may tap in spot minutes.
  • Redick underscored the difficulty of Vincent’s shift from primary ball-handler in Miami to a largely off-ball role in Los Angeles and emphasized his locker-room value.
  • Vincent said he felt good in his first preseason appearance and wants the group to keep building, also endorsing Redick’s hard-conditioning approach in camp.
  • Looking ahead in camp evaluations, Vincent noted he feels more comfortable alongside a healthy Jarred Vanderbilt, citing Vanderbilt’s defensive intensity and IQ.