The Los Angeles Lakers have had two full days off after they lost their 2025-26 regular-season opener to the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday. As a result, they have had a little time to review their deficiencies and get some rest before they take on the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday.

After making it all the way to the 1998 Western Conference Finals, the Los Angeles Lakers were embarrassingly swept in the 1999 Western Conference Semifinals. The 1998-99 season was a tumultuous one for the Purple & Gold, as they went through three head coaching changes that ultimately disrupted their momentum and chemistry.

While the first-round series did not go their way, what stands out to Coach JJ Redick is how hard his team played last spring – and how this year’s roster needs to get to that level.

After a tough loss to the Golden State Warriors, the Los Angeles Lakers received a strong warning for when LeBron James returns.

The Lakers' loss to the Warriors showed how challenging life may be as they try to assimilate on the fly while LeBron James nurses his sciatica issue.

The Los Angeles Lakers opened their 2025-26 campaign at home. Luka Dončić had a magnificent, 43-point, 12-rebound, nine-assist performance. Austin Reaves added 26 points and nine assists. The vibes should have been great.

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This article was originally published on www.si.com/nba/lakers as Lakers' JJ Redick Doesn't Hold Back on 'Terrible' Aspect of LA's Game. The Los Angeles Lakers dropped their season opener to the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night, falling 119-109 at home.