The Lakers held a meeting to address a slump, with Reaves out four weeks, as they prepare to face the Kings.

The Los Angeles Lakers held a team meeting amid a recent slump, losing three straight and six of their last ten games, including a Christmas Day loss to the Rockets. Coach JJ Redick led a "recalibration and reconnection" session focused on self-reflection, communication, and addressing complacency, with no roster or strategy changes announced. Guard Austin Reaves was ruled out for four weeks with a pulled calf. The team, 19-10 and fourth in the West, faces the Sacramento Kings on December 28 at Crypto.com Arena, with Luka Doncic leading in scoring and three-point shooting.