Overview

• Luka Doncic said he does not feel the need to press in LeBron James' absence and will do whatever it takes to win.
• JJ Redick called the starting lineup uncertain until James returns, with Doncic, Austin Reaves and Deandre Ayton penciled into three spots.
• Redick said Marcus Smart will play against the Warriors, and the staff has considered separate rotations for games with and without James.
• Après EuroBasket, the Lakers have managed Doncic’s workload in camp, and he is expected to appear in two of the team’s remaining four preseason games.
• New wing Jake LaRavia expressed confidence in Doncic’s MVP chances and brings 42.3% three-point shooting from last season to bolster spacing.