The Los Angeles Lakers geared up for their preseason finale Friday night, preparing for a road tilt at Staples Center against the Los Angeles Clippers. Luke Walton and the coaching staff have some important decisions to make, as they get one final chance to evaluate the team in lieu of the roster cuts. At the same time, this also provides an opportunity to work through their kinks and develop their chemistry ahead of the Oct. 19 season opener.
Injuries are the central theme to Friday’s showdown, as both teams are dealing with health and rest concerns. Lonzo Ball continues to rest his ankle and will not suit up, as well as backup center Andrew Bogut.