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The Lakers will conclude their preseason stint at home on Friday against the Sacramento Kings. With most of their key players expected to suit up, L.A. looks to transition to the regular season on a strong note.

The Slovenian superstar has 31 points, nine assists and five rebounds but shorthanded Sacramento rallies late to win the final preseason game.

Here’s what you need to know as the Kings prepare to face the Lakers in their preseason finale Friday at Crypto.com Arena.

The Warriors ran away with a 16-4 third-quarter run, eventually beating Luka Dončić (43 points) and the Lakers 119-109 to cap our opening night doubleheader.

The Sacramento Kings and Phoenix Suns open their seasons Wednesday at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Arizona.

The Thunder take down Kevin Durant and the Rockets and the Warriors beat the Lakers on NBA's Opening Night.

The Warriors and Lakers both made some significant offseason additions, and Tuesday's season opener is their opportunity to put the new players on full display. The Lakers are starting Deandre Ayton to show off their new-look lineup,