The Lakers opened a season without LeBron James on the roster for the first time since 2017, and Luka Dončić led Wednesday’s 127-105 win over Golden State with 28 points.
Matisse Thybulle and Ziaire Williams will fill the Lakers’ last two starting spots Wednesday against Golden State, joining Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler.
Golden State opens at Los Angeles with Brandin Podziemski ruled out for lower-back soreness, Charles Bassey questionable, and Stephen Curry probable after a right ankle sprain.
The Lakers enter opening night with limited preseason continuity, after Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler shared only one half across five exhibition games.
The Lakers open the regular season Wednesday against Golden State after two October preseason meetings, but JJ Redick said the staff will use a normal scout.
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ForwardKawhi Leonard
CenterJakob Poeltl
GuardRJ Barrett
GuardImmanuel Quickley
ForwardScottie Barnes
GuardLuka Doncic
ForwardMatisse Thybulle
ForwardZiaire Williams
GuardAustin Reaves
CenterWalker Kessler
