Lakers injury updates on Collin Sexton and three other players
The Lakers are hoping to get healthy in the coming days as the start of the NBA regular season approaches.
The Los Angeles Lakers have had a challenging preseason due to injuries, with several key players missing games. Center Walker Kessler is out after suffering a jammed left pinky finger in the first game, while forward Ziaire Williams has missed the last three contests with a foot ailment. Forward Adou Thiero missed Tuesday's matchup against the Golden State Warriors for maintenance reasons, and rookie Cameron Carr has sat out the last two games. Guard Collin Sexton, who hasn't played at all yet, is dealing with a lower right leg issue.
Despite these absences, the team has participated in practice, with Luka Doncic and center James Wiseman both reporting to be in good condition. Coach JJ Redick has expressed confidence that Sexton is on the path to recovery, stating that he is "trending in the right direction" for the regular-season opener on October 21st against the Denver Nuggets.
Thiero's limited participation in practice and Carr's absence from practice have been attributed to maintenance issues. Sexton's absence has been particularly notable, as he is expected to alleviate turnovers and provide offensive support for Doncic and Austin Reaves.
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