What happened: The Los Angeles Lakers stayed in training camp Friday as preseason preparation continued in the opening days of camp. Rotation jobs and final roster spots remain in play as the team builds toward exhibition action.

Why it matters: Camp reps matter because the Lakers have already turned part of camp toward perimeter shooting while shaping the group for the 2026-27 season. NBA teams must trim to 15 players by Oct. 20, putting extra weight on every back-end roster evaluation.

What to watch: Watch for preseason rotation clues and any roster moves as camp advances toward the cutdown deadline.