Could Collin Sexton's Return Mean a Starting Lineup Change? Plus Is a 6-0 Start Coming for Lakers?

Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers · Oct 23, 2026 · 31m

It seemed like Collin Sexton would make his Lakers debut in the opener on Wednesday, but alas he was given one more game to rest.

Well, now he's completely off the injury list, so while there could (and likely will) be some restrictions on Sexton, he'll be able to deliver some of what he brings to the rotation. It starts with outside shooting and rim pressure, and extends to the support he brings the Lakers as a ball handler behind Luka and Reaves.

It will also make a bench unit that provided real scoring punch on Wednesday with even more juice.

The question, though, is how it might over the…