Summary
The Dallas Mavericks beat the Los Angeles Lakers 121–94 in a preseason game. The Lakers played without several key players, impacting their performance, especially in the fourth quarter. Lakers coach JJ Redick emphasized the need for toughness after the loss.
Key Facts
- The Mavericks outscored the Lakers 37–8 in the fourth quarter.
- The Lakers led at halftime 66-53 but struggled in the second half.
- Key players like LeBron James, Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and Deandre Ayton did not play.
- JJ Redick criticized the team's lack of toughness in the fourth quarter.
- Redick is in his second season as the Lakers' head coach.
- The Lakers were shorthanded due to injuries, including LeBron James dealing with sciatica.
- The Lakers' regular season opener is on October 21 against the Golden State Warriors.
- Jarred Vanderbilt left the game with an injury and is listed day-to-day.
