Lakers missing key players for preseason matchup

The Los Angeles Lakers will enter their second preseason contest without their three primary contributors, Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler, as well as several other regulars. The absences leave the team shorthanded for the upcoming game against the Golden State Warriors.

The roster shortage is expected to give the coaching staff an opportunity to evaluate bench players and recent acquisitions during the exhibition match.