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Lakers face trade decisions with roster at 16 ahead of training camp

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 11:02 PM

Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Lakers face trade decisions with roster at 16 ahead of training camp

Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers are at 16 standard contracts as they approach the 2026-27 NBA training camp, exceeding the league maximum of 15. General manager Rob Pelinka acknowledged the need for roster cuts and indicated potential consolidation trades might take place. Four players, including Jaden Hardy and Jarred Vanderbilt, have been identified as possible trade candidates due to changes in roster dynamics following offseason moves, including the acquisition of Luka Doncic. Training camp performances will influence final decisions as the Lakers look to finalize their roster ahead of the regular season.

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•Lakers have 16 standard contracts ahead of training camp.
•General manager Rob Pelinka expects competition to determine final roster.
•Jaden Hardy and Jarred Vanderbilt are among potential trade candidates.
•Roster decisions need to be made before opening night against the Warriors.
•Offseason additions aim to enhance athleticism and defensive versatility.

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11:02 PMYahoo Sports — 4 Lakers on hottest trade candidate seats entering 2026-27 NBA training camp

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Following the Los Angeles Lakers’ offseason in which they revamped the roster around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, they sit at 16 standard contracts on the roster heading into the start of training camp next week. That’s one over the league maximum of 15, requiring the Lakers to identify potential trade candidates. At some point between now and […] The post 4 Lakers on hottest trade candidate seats entering 2026-27 NBA training camp appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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