Quentin Grimes' role for Lakers remains uncertain ahead of opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 5:23 AM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026
Lakers guard Quentin Grimes has played a significant role in preseason, averaging 12.3 points and shooting 53.3%. In a recent loss to the Denver Nuggets, he scored 11 points while coming off the bench. Coach JJ Redick has not finalized the starting lineup, indicating Grimes may still have a chance to start during the regular season. Redick mentioned he is evaluating lineup balance as the team prepares for their opener against the Golden State Warriors.
- •Lakers lost 121-106 to the Denver Nuggets in preseason.
- •Grimes averaged 12.3 points and 2.5 assists during preseason.
- •JJ Redick remains undecided on the starting lineup.
- •Grimes has started 146 of his 318 NBA games.
- •Lakers open the regular season against the Golden State Warriors.
- 5:23 AMYahoo Sports — JJ Redick still mulling over Quentin Grimes' role for the Lakers
"Quentin Grimes figures to play an important role for the Lakers this season, but will he be starting games or coming off the bench more?
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