NBA Season Opener Preview: Warriors vs. Lakers, with Podziemski's Participation in Doubt

The Golden State Warriors open the 2026-27 NBA season with a visit to the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena on Wednesday, October 21. Reports indicate that guard Brandin Podziemski is doubtful to play due to lower back pain.

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• The game is the Warriors' first away game of the 2026-27 season, taking place at Crypto.com Arena on Wednesday, October 21.

  «They visit the Los Angeles Lakers at the Crypto.com Arena on Wednesday, October 21.»

  Yahoo Sports
• Podziemski, in his fourth season, is listed as doubtful for the opening game due to lower back pain.

  «The fourth-year guard is questionable for Wednesday's season-opener against the Lakers with lower back soreness.»

  AOL
• One source addresses Lindbergh's comments on the Warriors' plan to face Luka Doncic in the game.

  «Yaxel Lendeborg Shares Luka Doncic Game Plan for Warriors-Lakers Season Opener»

  Yahoo Sports

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