Despite treating the game as a true final warm-up for the regular season, the Lakers still practiced some caution for Thursday’s game against the Suns. Newly acquired guard Gabe Vincent will not play against Phoenix after dealing with back tightness over the last week, head coach Darvin Ham announced pregame.
Jalen Hood-Schifino and Jarred Vanderbilt both will also be out for the game.
Darvin Ham said the Lakers will hold Gabe Vincent out tonight as a precaution. He’s been dealing with back soreness, but the hope is that he’s ready to go for the regular season opener.