What happened: The Los Angeles Lakers are projected to sit $16.2 million below the first apron after signing Collin Sexton and re-signing Austin Reaves. Their cap-space projection was around $1.9 million before accounting for both deals.
Why it matters: The first-apron hard cap limits how much additional salary the Lakers can carry during the upcoming 2026-27 season. Further additions or trades must fit within that remaining margin.
By the numbers: Projected cap space before the Sexton and Reaves transactions: about $1.9 million. Projected room below the first apron after both moves: $16.2 million.
What to watch: Watch for additional roster moves and how much first-apron room remains once every agreement is finalized.