The Los Angeles Lakers wrapped up the 2021-22 preseason with a dismaying 0-6 record.
The context differed in every game as the Lakers had to shuffle the rotation frequently because of injuries or rest allotted to the new star trio in LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook.
But the preseason also presents an opportunity for rotational players and fringe players to compete for a roster spot or a chance at being a rotational fixture with the stars.
Before injuries derailed their preseason, Malik Monk and Talen Horton-Tucker were two emerging guards that impressed through three games.
But other players couldn’t take advantage of the battle for minutes.
Here are some winners and losers for the Lakers after the preseason:
