What We Learned From The Lakers' Preseason Finale Against The Kings

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 117-116 loss to the Sacramento Kings on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025.

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TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 Intro

1:57 Overarching thoughts: Where LA stands entering opening night

8:51 Notable performers

14:46 Stats of the night: 17 3-pointers made + 17 assists for Luka & Austin

15:31 Takeaway No. 1: The fifth starter is revealed -- and it's a shocker

22:58 Takeaway No. 2: Assessing the rest of the rotation

27:02 Takeaway No. 3: Previewing opening night vs. Golden State

31:45 Q&A

1:41:28 Outro

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