L.A. Lakers: News and Notes from Lakers First Day of Training Camp

The first day of Los Angeles Lakers training camp was anything but "business as usual" given the events of the past 24 hours. Yet somehow, amidst all the frenzy surrounding the vetoed trade, the players took a business-minded approach and were effectively able to get down to, well, business.

Some newsworthy notes from the first day:

Awkward Moment

Before practice began, Lakers GM Mitch Kupchak addressed the team for approximately one hour to clear the air and prevent any awkward sentiments from being a distraction during the first day.

We don't know what was exactly said, but it's rare for a GM to give a pep r...

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