Collin Sexton Progresses Toward Opening Night Despite Missing Preseason Finale

Collin Sexton participated in Thursday's practice with his calf taped up but will sit out Friday's preseason finale against Denver due to a lower-leg injury. Head coach JJ Redick noted that Sexton is trending in the right direction for the regular-season opener. Considered day-to-day, the guard's recovery is being carefully managed by the Lakers as they prioritize health over preseason reps for their new tertiary ballhandler heading into the 82-game campaign.