Rob Pelinka and Peyton Watson share warm interaction at Summer League
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 11:31 AM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
LA Lakers GM Rob Pelinka was seen interacting with restricted free agent Peyton Watson during the Las Vegas Summer League. A clip surfaced online showing Pelinka embracing Watson and engaging in conversation. Watson, who played for the Denver Nuggets last season, is coming off a career year. Pelinka has already made several roster adjustments this summer and may be looking to add Watson as part of strengthening the Lakers' lineup. The Lakers' roster also features recent signings including Walker Kessler, Collin Sexton, and others.
- •Pelinka interacted with Watson at the Las Vegas Summer League.
- •Watson had a career year in points, rebounds, and minutes.
- •The Lakers have made multiple roster changes this summer.
- •Watson remains a restricted free agent with the Nuggets.
- •New Lakers acquisitions include Walker Kessler and Collin Sexton.
- 11:31 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers Fans Believe Rob Pelinka Is Cooking Something Big After Peyton Watson Interaction Surfaces
"LA Lakers GM Rob Pelinka has made several moves to tweak the team’s roster this summer. He might not be done, though, as an online clip shows him having a warm interaction with a three-and-D prospect at the Las Vegas Summer League.
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