What happened: Sexton practiced in full on Monday under a day-to-day designation and said afterward that he felt good, though he noted lingering tightness in his leg. Los Angeles also ruled out rookie guard Cameron Carr with a right oblique strain and second-year forward Adou Thiero due to a left knee effusion.

Why it matters: The decision delays the Los Angeles debut of an offseason addition signed to a two-year, $19 million contract after prior stints with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Utah Jazz, Charlotte Hornets, and Chicago Bulls. With three rotation pieces sidelined by injuries, the Lakers enter the opening matchup listed as.

What to watch: The Lakers and Golden State Warriors are scheduled for a 7 p.m. PST tipoff Wednesday at Crypto.com Arena.