The Los Angeles Lakers will move Sandro Mamukelashvili back to a bench role for Thursday's preseason game against the Sacramento Kings, according to Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.
com.
The change follows Mamukelashvili's starting appearance against Golden State, with Kevon Looney set to start at center in the upcoming matchup.
Mamukelashvili started Tuesday's exhibition against Golden State and recorded 15 points in 18 minutes, making productive use of his opportunity in the starting lineup.
However, the Lakers will give Looney the starting assignment at center against Sacramento, according to Starkand's report.
The lineup adjustment returns Mamukelashvili to a reserve role after his appearance in the starting five against Golden State.
His 15-point performance came during an 18-minute stint in Tuesday's preseason contest.
Looney's promotion to the starting center position is the immediate reason for the change in Mamukelashvili's role for Thursday's game.
The Lakers will face the Kings with Looney starting at center and Mamukelashvili coming off the bench.
