The Lakers are finally hitting the court tonight against the Kings, but their preseason schedule is already raising eyebrows, especially from head coach JJ Redick himself. Monday’s game in Sacramento isn’t just the opener, it’s the front end of a back-to-back, kicking off three games in four days this week.
A Back-to-Back That Nobody Loves
Seriously, who puts a back-to-back to kick off preseason? The Lakers organization controlled their own schedule, yet here we are. It’s a bizarre choice, and the source makes it clear that head coach JJ Redick doesn’t seem to love it. While it’ll give fans a ton to chew on in a short amount of time, you gotta wonder about the logic behind this intense start.
Who’s Actually Playing? Don’t Hold Your Breath
This wild schedule means one thing for sure: don’t expect full rosters out there for any of these games. In previous preseasons, the team has only played their superstars in one of the three games. Sure, this is a younger squad trying to build some chemistry, so maybe things change up. But there’s a strong precedent for limited superstar minutes. What we *will* get, starting tonight, is our first real look at all the new faces donning the purple and gold. Keep your eyes peeled for those fresh jerseys!
So get ready to tune in tonight at 7:00 p.m. PT on NBA TV. It’s Lakers vs. Kings at the Golden 1 Center. And honestly, with this schedule, the biggest thing to look forward to might just be seeing who actually gets minutes and how this young team starts gelling, even if the superstars are mostly chilling. Get ready for a busy week, folks!
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Originally reported by Silver Screen and Roll.
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