{
  "id": 11698385,
  "title": "Jake LaRavia says this training camp is most competitive he's been in",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/03/jake-laravia-says-this-training-camp-is-most-competitive-hes-been-in",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-03T14:02:18.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/jake-laravia-says-training-camp-140218532.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Jake LaRavia, the 24-year-old forward for the Los Angeles Lakers, has described this training camp as the most competitive he has ever experienced. Last season, LaRavia struggled with his shooting from three-point range, finishing with a 32.1% accuracy compared to his 42.3% in the previous season. With a crowded group of wings and forwards vying for playing time and starting spots, LaRavia acknowledges the intense competition. Coach JJ Redick had to limit activities due to the players' fierce competition. LaRavia mentions that the level of commitment among the players is unprecedented, with everyone working towards the same objective. Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick emphasized their desire for the players to buy into their vision for the team and sacrifice for collective success. LaRavia believes that this new group of players is highly focused and dedicated. The presence of a deep group of wings and forwards, which was lacking in previous years, is seen as a positive development for the Lakers.",
  "summary": "Lakers forward Jake LaRavia noted how competitive and committed Lakers players have been at training camp this week.",
  "key_points": [
    "Jake LaRavia describes this training camp as the most competitive he's ever experienced.",
    "The Lakers' wings and forwards group is deep, unlike previous years."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}