What happened: Luka Doncic acknowledged he was stubborn about a hamstring injury he sustained two weeks prior to last year's postseason. The Los Angeles Lakers star admitted he felt the injury during the first half of a game but chose not to come out. He noted that he should have stopped playing immediately.

Why it matters: The decision to push through the pain ultimately derailed the Lakers' playoff run as Doncic was physically compromised. His honesty with JJ Redick entering their third season together will be critical for managing his workload moving forward.

What to watch: The Lakers continue their preseason schedule with an upcoming scheduled matchup against the Sacramento Kings.