What happened: Los Angeles generated consistent scoring on the offensive end, per Dan Woike, but an opponent with matching firepower pushed the score to 135-129 with the game in progress.

Why it matters: Skeptics of the roster warned that relying on shot-making alone leaves little margin when stops are scarce against potent lineups.

What to watch: Play remains underway as Los Angeles looks to tighten its perimeter and interior coverage before the horn.