Los Angeles Lakers announce schedule for upcoming 2026-27 preseason and training

The Los Angeles Lakers enter the 2026-27 season with significant roster turnover, retaining only Jarred Vanderbilt, Austin Reaves, Luka Doncic, and Bronny James from previous campaigns. With most of the new team secured through free agency, the draft, or trades, the organization begins formal preparation for the upcoming schedule. Media Day is set for September 28, followed immediately by the start of training camp on September 29 under coach JJ Redick. The team will debut its new look during a preseason opener against the Sacramento Kings on October 5. The regular season officially begins October 21 with a matchup against the Golden State Warriors. The squad recently concluded an offseason minicamp in Slovenia to facilitate team chemistry among the incoming players.

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