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In a collaborative decision with the Lakers' performance team, he will continue to ease his way through the start of training camp before playing in games.

After an offseason during which he reshaped his body and played for the Slovenian national team, the All-Star guard is taking a slower approach to training camp.

Jake LaRavia, who is a 42.9% three-point shooter early in his NBA career, has shown Lakers coach JJ Redick a high level of commitment to the offseason program.

Entering an unprecedented 23rd NBA season, the Lakers' superstar is one of a few players taking it easy to start training camp.

Deandre Ayton knows Luka Doncic and the Lakers present him an opportunity to resurrect his career and prove he can be a valuable contributor on the court.

LeBron James is entering an unprecedented 23rd season in the NBA not worrying about his expiring contract or when retirement might happen.

It's anyone's guess if this is LeBron James' final NBA season, but the Lakers need to find out what his plans are soon if they want to avoid major problems.

From the Luka Doncic era beginning to LeBron James retirement watch to the acquisition of Deandre Ayton, here is what you need to know.