Redick calls Lakers' first half against Warriors unacceptable

Lakers answered after botched scripted openers

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

JJ Redick said the way the Lakers started the game against the Warriors was "insane" and that their first half was "unac Via @khobi_price on X

What happened: JJ Redick faulted the Los Angeles Lakers' opening sequences against the Golden State Warriors in preseason action. He said the group answered after the first two scripted plays from camp.

Why it matters: Slow starts force rotation shuffling before the 2026-27 season. Clean openers set the tone for camp evaluations.

What to watch: The next outing shows whether the scripted openers stick.

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