Matisse Thybulle says being a Laker "means a lot" and is a "big deal" for any NBA player.

"I look forward to the first game and getting the season going just to see what that support (from the fans) really feels like."

Jake LaRavia said he thinks the Lakers’ starting competition will come down to which players show they can defend the opponents’ best scorers.

"I hit a mental lapse last season, and I wasn't able to bounce back from it " - Jake Laravia

Jake LaRavia says this offseason was a summer of "reflection" and "intentionality" for him.

His focus was working on his jump shot and also the mental aspect of the game after his shooting slump to end last season.

Jake LaRavia said: “The second half of last season was not how I intended it to go. You hit mental lapses in a season. I hit a mental lapse last season and wasn’t able to shake back from it. … And when you play on this stage, the biggest stage, that can’t happen.”

Asked Jake Laravia how he fits into a more aggressive defensive scheme with Kessler back there.

"I love it. I'm a gambling man"

laravia bounce back whew

Bronny James says consistency is the key for him becoming an NBA rotation player.

"Showing up every day, playing my game and being relentless on both sides of the floor."

"Everyone's young. There's a lot of energy and we feed off each other" - Bronny what he's most excited about.

Bronny on his first Media Day without LeBron:

"It feels like he's not here. I don't really have an opinion on that. It's my dad, I spent 22 years almost with him. Just another experience I'm gonna be a part of and I'm excited to see how it's gonna feel during the season."

Bronny says Collin Sexton is a guy he's been talking to a lot this offseason about his role, advice, etc.

Bronny James:

"It's a motivating factor for me trying to prove myself as Bronny and not LeBron."

Ziaire Williams on the expectations surrounding the Lakers:

"That's what I'm looking forward to the most here. We have a standard of winning championships... I'm definitely on board with that and want to win as much as we can."

Ziaire Williams on reuniting with high school teammate Bronny James

"That's my brother. We won a state championship together in high school... Love him to death, definitely excited to play with him again."

Dalton Knecht on his confidence heading into his third season:

"It's always high. My confidence will never drop no matter what the situation is."

Dalton Knecht believes shooting, rebounding and improved defense are the three things that will earn him rotation minutes this season.

Jaden Hardy knows defense is what will get him on the court this season, so that was a big focus for him this offseason.

Adou Thiero says his biggest takeaway from his rookie season is that availability is the best ability.

Cameron Carr says he has been in the weight room every day this offseason and expects the results from that to show over time.

Cameron Carr on his first-ever media day: "It's like the first day of school again.

I was nervous. I was on the phone with my mom before I walked in here. I just hope I represent myself well, and so, man, it's exciting though."

Good times

First day of training camp is done

JJ Redick said “there are no concerns health-wise” as the Lakers enter training camp. Said a couple players aren’t full-go with contact but will be this week.

Hell nah they weren't. Niggas was putting f***ing Xavier Henry at pg on 2k

Asked about starting spots and the rotation, Redick said it’s something that by nature in the NBA is fluid as the year goes on. Everyone will get an opportunity, and not just due to inevitable injuries:

“It’s a meritocracy. You really have to earn your minutes.”