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Lakers face lineup changes ahead of 2026-27 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 6:42 AM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Lakers face lineup changes ahead of 2026-27 season

Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers are re-evaluating their starting lineup as the 2026-27 training camp begins. Key offseason changes include acquiring Luka Doncic and significant adjustments to their roster after losing LeBron James, Marcus Smart, Rui Hachimura, and Deandre Ayton. Jake LaRavia, who started 43 games last season, is now likely to come off the bench, as head coach JJ Redick has opted to start Ziaire Williams and Matisse Thybulle in preseason games. Williams' strong defensive skills and improved shooting may make him a key piece alongside Doncic and Austin Reaves. The Lakers are still assessing their full roster as exhibition games continue.

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Status Watch

•Lakers added Luka Doncic in a major offseason trade.
•Jake LaRavia likely moves to a bench role after starting 43 games last season.
•Ziaire Williams and Matisse Thybulle have been favored in preseason starts.
•Lakers are still assessing player roles during preseason games.

Latest Updates

6:42 AMYahoo Sports — 1 Lakers player in danger of losing starting job in 2026-27 training camp

What they're saying

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The Los Angeles Lakers overhauled their roster this offseason, as they got their first opportunity to fully build around Luka Doncic after their bombshell trade for him in February 2025. They lost four of their consistent starters last season in LeBron James , Marcus Smart, Rui Hachimura, and Deandre Ayton, so it will be interesting to see how the […] The post 1 Lakers player in danger of losing starting job in 2026-27 training camp appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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