The Lakers made their first round of cuts to their training camp roster, announcing on Monday that they have waived both rookie guard Keith Appling and center Jeremy Tyler.
Appling posted two points, three rebounds and two assists in 20 minutes of play through two preseason appearances. But he then suffered a shoulder injury in the Lakers’ preseason loss last Thursday to Utah in Anaheim.
Numerous outlets, including this one, already reported about Tyler’s departure which coincides with him signing a deal to play overseas in China. Tyler averaged 2.7 points and 3.3 rebounds in 9.4 minutes through three preseason appearances. His three-year NBA career included stops with Golden State (2011-12), Atlanta (2012-13) and New York (2013-14).
The Lakers currently have 17 players on their roster. They can hold a maximum of 15 players once the regular season starts on Oct. 28 against the Houston Rockets at Staples Center.
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