Lakers weigh future of Bronny James amid roster limit pressure
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 12:33 PM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers face a looming roster crunch as the team works to trim its squad to 15 players before the conclusion of training camp in October. Among those under scrutiny for a potential roster spot are Bronny James, Dalton Knecht, and Jaden Hardy. Reports indicate that the organization expects more development from James to justify his continued presence in the rotation under head coach JJ Redick. While the Lakers have provided James with a clear performance blueprint, internal expectations suggest the guard must adapt his playstyle to meet specific coaching standards to remain with the team. The organization, currently carrying 16 players, must reach compliance following the training camp period. This decision follows two years of development for James, who is now being evaluated for his ability to contribute beyond his role as a situational reserve.
- •The Lakers must reduce the roster to 15 players by the end of training camp.
- •Bronny James, Dalton Knecht, and Jaden Hardy are considered at risk of being waived.
- •Head coach JJ Redick has provided a specific development blueprint for James.
- •The Lakers organization is seeking higher performance standards from James this season.
- 12:33 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers predicted to part ways with Bronny James if he fails to follow JJ Redick's blueprint
"The Los Angeles Lakers will give Bronny James opportunity, but so far he has not adapted to JJ Redick's teachings. If that remains the case, LA will have to likely go their separate ways with him.
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