Lakers show potential despite loss to Warriors in preseason game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 5:34 AM
Last updated Oct 14, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers faced the Golden State Warriors on October 13, 2026, in their fourth preseason game, losing 101-89 despite a strong first half where they led 63-50 at halftime. Their second-half performance diminished significantly, scoring only 13 points in both the third and fourth quarters. Several players, including Austin Reaves with 28 points and Walker Kessler contributing 11 points and nine rebounds, displayed potential for the upcoming regular season. The Lakers will look to build on these performances as they prepare for their regular-season opener next Wednesday.
- •Lakers led 63-50 at halftime before losing steam.
- •Austin Reaves scored 28 points with seven assists.
- •Walker Kessler debuted, adding 11 points and nine rebounds.
- •Lakers managed only 13 points in the third and fourth quarters.
- •Next game is the regular-season opener next Wednesday.
- 5:34 AMYahoo Sports — Four Lakers players who performed well in Tuesday's game vs. Warriors
"Although the Lakers lost to the Warriors on Tuesday, there is reason to feel hopeful for the start of the regular season.
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