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Lakers bolster roster with key signings this offseason

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 11:04 PM

Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Lakers bolster roster with key signings this offseason

Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers have made significant roster changes ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season, focusing on building around Luka Doncic. Key moves include signing Austin Reaves to a four-year, $180 million contract and acquiring Walker Kessler in a trade with the Jazz. The Lakers also added Quentin Grimes and Sandro Mamukelashvili, while losing notable players like LeBron James and Marcus Smart. The roster improvements come with the aim of developing a more cohesive unit. The Lakers remain active in free agency, eyeing forward Jonathan Kuminga as a potential addition.

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Status Watch

•Lakers signed Austin Reaves for four years, $180 million.
•Walker Kessler acquired in trade with the Utah Jazz.
•LeBron James departed to the 76ers as a free agent.
•Quentin Grimes and Sandro Mamukelashvili added for depth.
•Lakers show interest in Jonathan Kuminga as free agency continues.

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11:04 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers’ offseason has been far more successful than anyone realizes

What they're saying

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LAKERS LUKA DONCIC WALKER KESSLERThe Lakers’ offseason has been a success. An overwhelming success? No, that would be a bridge too far. Especially when factoring in the holes remaining on...
— Yahoo Sports

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