Lakers sign two guards to Exhibit 10 deals and waive Anton Watson

Two undrafted guards — Meechie Johnson and Chase Ross — were added on Exhibit 10 deals; Anton Watson, previously signed to Exhibit 10, was waived the next day. The signings are camp depth moves that likely point to G League development opportunities.

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- Meechie Johnson and Chase Ross were signed to Exhibit 10 contracts.
- Anton Watson, a 6'8 forward the Lakers had signed to an Exhibit 10 contract, was waived shortly after.
- Exhibit 10 contracts generally convert to G League affiliate placements if waived and the player joins the affiliate.
- Meechie Johnson: 6'2 guard, starter at South Carolina in 2025-26, averaged 17.2 PPG in college and played limited Summer League minutes.
- Chase Ross: 6'5 guard, starter at Marquette, noted for defensive metrics and Big East All-Defensive recognition.
- Both players followed a common Lakers path: Summer League → Exhibit 10 → training camp → potential Coachella Valley Lakers (G League) assignment.

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