Anton Watson Signs Exhibit 10 Contract With Los Angeles Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers have officially signed forward Anton Watson to an Exhibit 10 contract. The 6-foot-8, 225-pound forward previously played for the South Bay Lakers last season, averaging 11 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.9 assists, and 1.4 steals in 27.3 minutes. Originally selected 54th overall by the Celtics in the 2024 NBA Draft, Watson spent time with the Knicks after being waived in March 2025 following a five-year collegiate career at Gonzaga.