LA went into a two-game Texas trip on a high note, before going 0-2 and confounding JJ Redick with its defensive lapses.
The Lakers could have a very strong defensive presence on the wings with Max Christie and Dorian Finney-Smith.
The NHL postpones Wednesday night's scheduled game between the Kings and the Calgary Flames at Crypto.com Arena because of the wildfires burning in L.A. County.
Entering a stretch of nine consecutive games in their home state, with seven of those in their own building, the Los Angeles Lakers are scheduled to play host to the Charlotte Hornets on Thursday intent on fine tuning their new look amid trying conditions.
JJ Redick reveals what 'killed' the Lakers in their 118-97 loss to the Mavericks, citing defensive lapses and lack of energy.
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"Obviously the game is secondary to that and to many things in life. Perspective is important," Warriors coach Steve Kerr said of the fires.
Los Angeles Clippers star Kawhi Leonard is stepping away from the team to be with and help his family that was impacted due to the massive wildfires that have erupted in Southern California in recent days, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes.