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ESPN predicts Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors will battle for the final guaranteed playoffs spot in the 2025-26 NBA season.
The Warriors and Lakers received the most votes in a poll about teams to make a significant move before the upcoming trade deadline.
The Golden State Warriors are preparing for the 2025-26 season with roster decisions still taking shape, and one familiar name is expected to stay put. Gary Payton II, who played a key role in the Warriors’ 2022 championship run, is expected to re-sign with the team, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer.
The Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors could be on the verge of changing the face of the NBA. As the February 2026 trade deadline could seem to be a bit far away from now
ESPN will air two Los Angeles Lakers preseason games against the Golden State Warriors and the Dallas Mavericks.