Lakers Nation Podcast What Preseason Has Proved About The Lakers
Oct 15, 2026
Khobi Price, a California Post reporter who closely covers the Lakers, joins the discussion on preseason takeaways. Strong chemistry and a promising defensive identity emerge, led by Walker Kessler’s rim protection. Luka Doncic looks primed for a huge season, while injuries, turnovers, shaky secondary ball handling, and the need for a more athletic backup center remain major concerns.
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New Lakers Build Chemistry Quickly
- The Lakers’ new group already shows strong chemistry despite nine new players.
- Khobi Price highlighted Jake LaRavia and Matisse Thybulle joking about who leaks out in transition.
Missed Camp Could Hurt More Than Availability
- Injury uncertainty threatens not only availability but also the starters’ readiness for opening night.
- Colin Sexton has missed nearly all camp, while vague reporting has fueled unnecessary speculation.
Kessler Unlocks The Lakers’ Defensive Pressure
- Austin Reaves, Walker Kessler, and the perimeter defenders have supplied preseason momentum.
- Kessler’s rim protection could let aggressive guards pressure opponents without surrendering easy drives.