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Here are the latest news and updates about 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 Lakers have 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.
• LeBron James has been named to the NBA's All-NBA First Team for the 2020-21 season, according to the NBA. This is James' 17th All-NBA selection.
• The Lakers have re-signed forward Markieff Morris to a one-year contract, according to The Athletic. Morris, a 12-year NBA veteran, played for the Lakers last season.

Upcoming Schedule

• The Lakers are set to play the Golden State Warriors on Friday, August 6th, in their first preseason game of the 2021-22 season.
• The Lakers will play their first regular season game on October 19th against the Golden State Warriors.

Injury Updates

• Anthony Davis is expected to be ready for the start of the 2021-22 season after undergoing surgery on his right knee, according to ESPN.
• LeBron James is also expected to be ready for the start of the season after dealing with a nagging ankle injury last season.

Roster Moves

• The Lakers have waived guard Talen Horton-Tucker, according to The Athletic. Horton-Tucker, a 21-year-old guard, played for the Lakers last season.
• The Lakers have also waived forward Sekou Doumbouya, according to ESPN. Doumbouya, a 22-year-old forward, played for the Detroit Pistons last season.