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Lakers vs. Warriors Preview: Podziemski Out, Knecht Waived, and the Adversity Test | Beatline Lakers
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The Los Angeles Lakers open the 2026-27 season against the Golden State Warriors on October 22nd. Key storylines include Luka Doncic facing major questions about adversity, Brandin Podziemski missing the opener with back soreness, and the surprise waiver of Dalton Knecht. We analyze transition defense flaws, rebounding strategies with Jarred Vanderbilt, and the impact of Bronny James.
We discuss the five biggest uncertainties for the new-look Lakers, including JJ Redick's comments on handling pressure. We…
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