SAN DIEGO — Against a team featuring four of the best players in the world, Brandon Ingram had his most comfortable game of the preseason, as the Lakers’ No. 2 overall pick collected 21 points, seven rebounds and four assists in a 123-112 loss.
The 19-year-old found his rhythm both on his own and through head coach Luke Walton.
Ingram was encouraged to handle the ball when he snagged rebounds and also given the opportunity to run the offense when Walton played him at point forward for large minutes.
“(Walton) knows my weaknesses and my strong points,” said Ingram, who led his team in scoring and rebounding.