Lakers prepare to cut roster size before start of training camp

The Los Angeles Lakers face a roster crunch as they look to finalize their lineup before training camp begins in October. With 16 players currently on the roster, the team must waive or trade at least one player to reach the maximum limit. Reports suggest the organization is evaluating Dalton Knecht, Jaden Hardy, and Bronny James as candidates for departure. Dalton Knecht is identified as a primary candidate for a potential trade or release given his current contract status. The team previously explored sign-and-trade options involving Jarred Vanderbilt and Jaden Hardy to acquire Jonathan Kuminga, though those negotiations did not progress. The front office intends to finalize these roster decisions in the coming weeks to align with their new organizational strategy.

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