Los Angeles Lakers fans will have to wait until October to see Luka Dončić, LeBron James and the primary contributors on the roster take the court, but they will get a glimpse at some of the younger players on the team in Summer League this month.

League Status Update on 2025 NBA Draft Pick originally appeared on Athlon Sports. While the 2025 NBA Draft took place last week, teams will get a couple of weeks for their prospects to prepare for the upcoming Summer League that takes place from July 10- July 20.

On Wednesday, the Lakers held their first practice of the year for their Summer League squad before officially announcing the roster. The team is highlighted by Dalton Knecht and Bronny James, both playing Summer League for the second straight year,

Apr 30, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) brings the ball up court against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the first half in game five of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images / Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Ever since the first-round exit in the 2024 NBA Playoffs, all eyes have been on the Lakers regarding what lies ahead for them, and especially LeBron James.

Bronny James sounds prepared to spend a long, hot summer ducking rumors, pleading ignorance on innuendo and concentrating on the work necessary to become a contributor during his second NBA season wit