Anton Watson Signed and Waived by Los Angeles Lakers in Camp Moves

The Los Angeles Lakers signed forward Anton Watson to a training camp deal and immediately waived him on Friday, Sept. 18, alongside signings of Meechie Johnson and Chase Ross. He is expected to join the G League’s Coachella Valley Lakers. During seven Summer League games, Watson averaged 7.6 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 2.0 assists in 20.7 minutes per contest. Previously drafted 54th overall in 2024 by Boston, he has also had stints with the New York Knicks.