Lakers vs Clippers Summer League preview and Game Thread: Battle of L.A. in Vegas

The Los Angeles Lakers face the L.A. Clippers in the Las Vegas Summer League on Monday, July 14th, at 7:30 p.m. PT at the Thomas & Mack Center. This game, broadcast on NBA TV, marks the Lakers' third Summer League contest. A victory is crucial for the Lakers to strengthen their chances of qualifying for the semifinals.

The Clippers enter the game with a 2-0 tournament record and are described as a veteran-filled team boasting significant Summer League experience. However, they will be playing on the second night of a back-to-back schedule.

For the Lakers to win and enhance their semifinal prospects, they will heavily rely on Cole Swider to replicate his standout performance from their previous victory against the Pelicans, where he recorded 21 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 assists. Beyond Swider, the game is also seen as an opportunity for other players on the Lakers' roster to prove their worth.