What happened: Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick said Bronny James and Dalton Knecht missed the session as excused absences with both under the weather. The missed time came with a Monday cutdown looming ahead of Tuesday tipoff.

Why it matters: Illness absences limit evaluation time during a roster crunch at the end of the preseason. Knecht was waived Oct. 19 and is listed as a free agent. James remains in the mix for back-end minutes entering the 2026-27 season.

What to watch: The Lakers open Wednesday against the Warriors. Final roster moves will clarify who is available.