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Lakers and Peyton Watson seen together amid free agency speculation

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 12:40 PM

Last updated Jul 11, 2026

Lakers and Peyton Watson seen together amid free agency speculation
Summary

Peyton Watson was spotted hugging Lakers executive Rob Pelinka at the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas on July 11, 2026. This encounter has fueled speculation about Watson potentially joining the Lakers, as the team seeks to enhance its roster after LeBron James's departure. Watson, a restricted free agent, played college basketball at UCLA and has connections to Pelinka. The Nuggets can match any offer sheet for Watson, but a sign-and-trade is also a possible route for the Lakers. The discussions, if confirmed, could represent a significant addition for Los Angeles.

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  • •Peyton Watson seen with Lakers' Rob Pelinka at Summer League.
  • •Watson is a restricted free agent following a strong season.
  • •Lakers are looking to strengthen their roster after LeBron's exit.
  • •Sign-and-trade is a potential strategy for acquiring Watson.
  • •Watson's college ties to UCLA enhance his connection to Los Angeles.
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  • 12:40 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers, Peyton Watson might've just been given a fun hint at free agent partnership
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Los Angeles would certainly boost its roster with Watson.

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