Ziaire Williams says it’s a ‘blessing’ to play for Lakers after growing up in LA
El Segundo, CA, - September 28, 2026: Los Angeles Lakers forward Ziaire Williams speaks at a press conference during the team's media day at the UCLA Health Training Center on Monday, Sept. 28, 2026 in El Segundo, CA. (Eric Thayer / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) Among the many free agent signings the Los Angeles Lakers made this summer was Ziaire Williams, a Lancaster, California native who attended Sierra Canyon High School, where he played alongside Bronny James. After being drafted b...