Lakers make final cuts but keep forwards Metta World Peace: As the Lakers wrapped up practice Monday, veteran forwards Metta World Peace and Thomas Robinson stood next to each other on the sideline. While 10 of their teammates scrimmaged, World Peace tapped Robinson on the shoulder and directed his eyes away from the action. Robinson nodded for a second, as if it were a teaching moment. Then they each broke out in laughter, and were left smiling as a late-game scenario played out in front of them. -- Los Angeles Times
Lakers also depending on veteran players to mold young core: Fatigue was setting in as the Lakers labored through a training camp practice when Lou Williams concluded a team huddle by imploring his teammates to stay motivated no matter the circumstances.