Lakers sign forward Anton Watson to training-camp deal

Anton Watson, who averaged 11.0 points, 4.9 rebounds and 2.9 assists for South Bay last season, signed a camp/Exhibit 10-type deal to rejoin the Lakers’ development pipeline; the move increases training-camp competition as the team must cut down to a 15-player regular-season roster.

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- Lakers announced the addition of Anton Watson to their training-camp roster.
- Team did not disclose the contract terms.
- Watson previously played for the Lakers’ G League affiliate (South Bay) in 2025–26.
- Listed at 6-foot-8, 225 pounds; played five seasons at Gonzaga (2019–24).
- Averaged 11.0 PTS, 4.9 REB and 2.9 AST in 27.3 minutes across 50 games for South Bay last season.
- Originally selected No. 54 in the 2024 draft; familiar with Lakers’ system from last season and Summer League.
- Watson’s deal likely is Exhibit 10 and is intended to evaluate him in camp or funnel him to the G League if waived.
- Lakers enter camp with a roster crunch and must reduce to the regular-season limit before Opening Night.
- Watson competes with several frontcourt/wing candidates for a rotation or two-way spot.

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