What happened: Los Angeles opened media day Sept. 28 ahead of the 2026-27 season. The focus was implementation of a new defensive system and adjusted offense. Starting-lineup competition heads the camp agenda.

Why it matters: System changes and the starting five will shape rotation minutes entering camp. The roster must be trimmed to 15 by Oct. 20, making camp battles decisive for fringe spots.

What to watch: Training camp practices and preseason games will reveal initial lineup choices and scheme deployment.