Overview
- Los Angeles announced the signings Saturday, with training camp starting Monday and the preseason opener Friday against the Suns.
- Both additions are on Exhibit 10 contracts, per multiple reports, and are expected to participate in camp, according to ESPN’s Dave McMenamin.
- The Lakers have one two-way slot available, with Christian Koloko and Chris Mañon currently occupying the other two.
- Players waived from Exhibit 10 deals are likely to join South Bay and can earn bonuses up to $85,300 by spending at least 60 days with the G League affiliate.
- Watson was the No. 54 pick in 2024 and logged nine games with the Knicks last season, while Williams has 47 NBA appearances, including 20 with Houston in 2024-25.