The Lakers signed Watson to an Exhibit 10 deal Thursday, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.
Kessler was highlighted as a strong fit with Luka Doncic after the Lakers paid a steep price to acquire him, Kevin O'Connor of Yahoo Sports reports.
Grimes figures to have an opportunity to fill the two-way role the Lakers need on the perimeter, with his defensive ability potentially being just as important as his production on the offensive end, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.
Mara is set to contend with Jaylin Williams for the backup center job behind Isaiah Hartenstein during training camp.
Doncic (hamstring) recently stated he is "100% healthy again," Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.
According to Bryan Toporek of Forbes, Oklahoma City's offseason roster shakeup opened additional opportunities in the backcourt after the departures of Isaiah Joe, Aaron Wiggins and Luguentz Dort.
According to Bryan Toporek of Forbes, the Thunder's decision to part with Isaiah Joe, Aaron Wiggins and Luguentz Dort creates a clearer path for McCain to earn immediate rotation minutes.
Holmgren could be in line for an even larger offensive role after Oklahoma City's offseason roster shakeup, according to Bryan Toporek of Forbes.
According to Bryan Toporek of Forbes, Oklahoma City's offseason salary-saving moves resulted in the departures of Isaiah Joe, Aaron Wiggins and Luguentz Dort.
Gilgeous-Alexander's outlook remains mostly the same despite Oklahoma City's busy offseason, according to Bryan Toporek of Forbes.
Chet Holmgren pulled down 10 boards in each of his final two regular-season meetings with the Lakers. In one of those he only played 22 minutes. With LA expected to struggle offensively in Game 1, I like Holmgren to control the glass and grab at least nine boards. I would also go Over 9.5 at plus money.
If the Lakers have any chance in game one they are going to need Austin Reaves to play at a high level. During the three meetings Reaves played against the Thunder in the regular season his points scored ranged from 13 to 16 points. Reaves will have to carry a bigger burden without Luka, and I do believe with the Thunder having a big lead will lead to less intensity on the defensive side of the floor. We saw this several games in round one against Phoenix where Dillon Brooks flourished in second halves. Look for Reaves to benefit and clear his points prop.
