What happened
Ziaire Williams was a full participant in Thursday’s practice after missing Los Angeles’ previous three preseason games with swelling in his left foot, and he said the swelling has gone down and he feels ready if the staff clears him for Friday’s finale against Denver.
Luka Doncic also practiced fully after sitting out Tuesday, while Collin Sexton took part in drills but not live scrimmage and is still trending toward the Oct. 21 opener, according to JJ Redick.
Williams’ availability matters because he is competing for a starting spot the Lakers have not filled yet. Sexton’s partial practice keeps the third-ballhandler role unresolved, while Doncic’s return to practice suggests the team is closer to normal rotation decisions.
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Original reporting: Luka Doncic joined by potential starter back at practice, squashes injury concern — Yahoo Sports ↗