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Here are the latest news and updates from the Los Angeles Lakers:

Recent News

• The Lakers have signed forward DeAndre Jordan to a one-year contract, according to ESPN. Jordan, a 14-year NBA veteran, played for the Brooklyn Nets last season.
• The team has also signed guard Malik Monk to a two-year contract, according to The Athletic. Monk, a 24-year-old guard, played for the Charlotte Hornets last season.
• The Lakers have been linked to several free agents, including center Hassan Whiteside and forward Carmelo Anthony, according to reports.

Injury Updates

• LeBron James, who suffered a groin injury in the playoffs, is expected to be fully recovered by the start of the season, according to ESPN.
• Anthony Davis, who missed several games last season due to a calf injury, is expected to be healthy for the start of the season, according to The Athletic.

Roster Moves

• The Lakers have waived forward Talen Horton-Tucker, according to The Athletic. Horton-Tucker, a 20-year-old guard, was a second-round pick in the 2019 NBA draft.
• The team has also waived center Damian Jones, according to ESPN. Jones, a 27-year-old center, played for the Indiana Pacers last season.

Schedule

• The Lakers will open the 2022-23 NBA season on October 18 against the Golden State Warriors, according to the NBA schedule.
• The team will play 82 games this season, with 41 home games at Crypto.com Arena and 41 road games.

Other News

• The Lakers have announced that they will be hosting a preseason game in Las Vegas against the Sacramento Kings on October 10, according to ESPN.
• The team has also announced that they will be hosting a fan festival at Crypto.com Arena on October 15, featuring autograph sessions, photo opportunities, and more.