In just a few days, the Lakers will begin their pre-season with a confrontation against the Kings, much to the delight of fans. LeBron James and Anthony Davis are not sure to be present, the staff wishing to take their time. Thankfully, the franchise received some terrific news involving a rookie.
The Lakers will get down to business next week, with the first games under Darvin Ham, who replaced Frank Vogel last summer. An important moment for the coach, who will be able to test his players and give the youngsters time to find out who deserves a place. LeBron James and Anthony Davis will they be on the floor? For now, it’s impossible to know. It’s likely that rest will be given to both superstars, especially given the long season ahead.
Back in sight for the Lakers!
Another player will be absent from this first against the Kings: Dennis Schroder. Excellent during the EuroBasket with Germany, the leader would very much like to be with his teammates, but must manage a visa story before being able to return to the USA side. Paperwork that takes time, but should be settled this week, according to information from journalist Dave McMenamin.
Dennis Schroder is expected to rejoin the Lakers in Vegas this week.
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— LakeShowBurner (@LakeShowBurner) October 1, 2022
Schroder, who missed the start of training camp after signing as a free agent last month, is expected to join the Lakers as early as next week in Las Vegas after addressing visa issues that kept him from leaving the United States. Germany. »
Ham will soon be able to count on its leader, who will have a very important role depending on the performance of Russell Westbrook. It is even possible that the German will start the matches if Brodie does not give satisfaction, which is why his return this week is quite expected by the organization.
The first meetings in training have already taken place, the opportunity for the supporters to see in action Patrick Beverley, Damian Jones or Jay Huff:
The Lakers are scrimmaging here at Pechanga.
Purple team: Damian Jones, Cole Swider, LeBron James, Kendrick Nunn, Russell Westbrook
White team: Jay Huff, Thomas Bryant, Dwayne Bacon, Patrick Beverley, Scotty Pippen Jr. pic.twitter.com/MI3KklT0Fl
— Jovan Buha (@jovanbuha) October 1, 2022
At the dawn of the first games, the Lakers will finally be able to find Dennis Schroder, even if the leader will need time before playing his first minutes this season. One less problem in Los Angeles and among the supporters, who hope that the German will not be satisfied with a role off the bench.
