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5 winners and losers from the Lakers’ preseason

The Los Angeles Lakers concluded their 2026 preseason schedule with a mix of standout performances and roster uncertainties, highlighted by a game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento on October 5. Sandro Mamukelashvili emerged as a primary positive, impressing with his versatility through three-point shooting and dunks, while Ziaire Williams solidified his position as a likely starter despite missing time to injury.

Conversely, Jarred Vanderbilt saw a significant reduction in his role, often waiting until the fourth quarter for his first minutes under head coach JJ Redick. The competition for the final roster spot also concluded without a clear victor between Jaden Hardy and Dalton Knecht, with Knecht appearing less likely to secure the position based on his limited playing time.

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