Lakers news today
Here are the latest news and updates from the Los Angeles Lakers:
Latest 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 Shams Charania of 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 announced their 2021-22 preseason schedule, which includes games against the Golden State Warriors, Sacramento Kings, and Denver Nuggets.
Injury Updates
- Anthony Davis is expected to miss the start of the 2021-22 season due to a right knee injury, according to ESPN. Davis underwent surgery in July to repair a torn meniscus.
- Trevor Ariza is expected to miss the start of the season due to a right ankle injury, according to the Los Angeles Times. Ariza suffered the injury during the offseason.
Roster Moves
- The Lakers have waived guard Devontae Cacok, according to the team's official website. Cacok played for the Lakers during the 2020-21 season.
- The Lakers have also waived forward Sekou Doumbouya, according to ESPN. Doumbouya was acquired by the Lakers in a trade with the Detroit Pistons in February.
Other News
- The Lakers have announced that they will be hosting a "Lakers Pride Night" game on October 28 against the Utah Jazz. The team will be wearing special pride-themed jerseys and will have a variety of pride-themed activities and promotions throughout the game.
- The Lakers have also announced that they will be hosting a "Lakers Autism Awareness Night" game on November 12 against the Phoenix Suns. The team will be wearing special autism-awareness jerseys and will have a variety of autism-awareness activities and promotions throughout the game.