Lakers vs Warriors NBA Preseason Prediction and Preview, Oct 6
Preseason, Tuesday, October 6: the Lakers take on the Warriors in San Francisco at 10:00 PM ET.
Price: Warriors 59¢, Lakers 41¢ (Polymarket, as of Tue 6:59 AM ET)
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What the price says
Polymarket has the Warriors at 59¢ and the Lakers at 41¢. That is up 11¢ from the Warriors’ opening price of 48¢. Expect it to move once the teams say who is playing.
This is a back-to-back spot for LA, adding even more uncertainty to the equation.
Minutes in a preseason game
Starters typically get a quarter or two of work, and a couple may not dress at all. Most of the second half goes to young players and camp invites fighting for the last roster spots.
Teams often decide preseason minutes the same day, so the coach’s pregame update, 60 to 90 minutes before tip, is the one to watch.
Availability
As of Tue 6:59 AM ET. Statuses can change up to tip; in preseason, teams often rest healthy players without listing them.
Jimmy Butler III (Warriors): Out, right knee, expected back Jan 2
Moses Moody (Warriors): Out, left knee, expected back Dec 1
Kristaps Porzingis (Warriors): Day-To-Day, undisclosed, expected back Oct 13
The rotations, by last season’s numbers
Last season’s numbers on this season’s rosters. In preseason they show who the regulars are, not how long they will play.
Lakers
Luka Dončić: 35.8 min, 38.1% usage, .616 TS%, 64 games
Austin Reaves: 34.5 min, 26.7% usage, .641 TS%, 51 games
Quentin Grimes: 29.4 min, 19.0% usage, .585 TS%, 75 games (new, was PHI)
Jake LaRavia: 25.1 min, 14.4% usage, .571 TS%, 82 games
Collin Sexton: 23.7 min, 25.9% usage, .615 TS%, 68 games (new, was CHI)
Warriors
Stephen Curry: 30.9 min, 32.5% usage, .637 TS%, 43 games
Brandin Podziemski: 28.5 min, 20.1% usage, .583 TS%, 82 games
Draymond Green: 27.5 min, 16.1% usage, .540 TS%, 68 games
Kristaps Porziņģis: 24.0 min, 27.3% usage, .582 TS%, 32 games
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FAQ
Is Luka Dončić playing tonight?
Luka Dončić was not on the injury report as of Tue 6:59 AM ET. In preseason, minutes are often set on the day; the Lakers coach’s pregame session, 60 to 90 minutes before tip, usually confirms it.
Is Stephen Curry playing tonight?
Stephen Curry was not on the injury report as of Tue 6:59 AM ET. In preseason, minutes are often set on the day; the Warriors coach’s pregame session, 60 to 90 minutes before tip, usually confirms it.
Who is favored in Lakers vs Warriors?
The Warriors, at 59¢ on Polymarket against 41¢ for the Lakers (Tue 6:59 AM ET). The price updates live on NBA WIRE.
When and where is Lakers vs Warriors?
Tuesday, October 6, at 10:00 PM ET, in San Francisco.
Do starters play in preseason games?
Usually, but not for long. Most starters play a quarter or two, a few sit out completely, and plans can change on the day. Each coach’s pregame media session, 60 to 90 minutes before tip, is the best guide.
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