Lakers overhaul roster as training camp approaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 1:38 AM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026

As the Los Angeles Lakers prepare for training camp, head coach JJ Redick expresses optimism about the team's new roster. After a significant overhaul this summer, highlighted by the departure of LeBron James to Philadelphia, the Lakers focused on aligning players with star Luka Doncic's timeline. Rob Pelinka outlined three key offseason goals, which included re-signing Austin Reaves, acquiring center Walker Kessler, and building a younger, versatile roster. The Lakers added several players, including Quentin Grimes and Collin Sexton, but questions remain about the rotation and two-way contributions as they aim to develop into a championship-caliber team.
- •JJ Redick believes the new roster fits well together.
- •The Lakers have re-signed Austin Reaves to a four-year contract.
- •They traded for center Walker Kessler, giving up two first-round picks.
- •New players include Quentin Grimes, Collin Sexton, and Kevon Looney.
- •Lakers leadership expresses confidence in the upcoming season.
- 1:38 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers Rob Pelinka, JJ Redick confident in offseason roster changeover
""Probably for the first time in my three years here, I feel like the pieces actually fit together," Redick said.
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