Lession plans help to keep the day's lession on track. Having taught my classes for so many years makes the necessity of a lession plan for me not particularly important. But, the plan is NOT just for me.
My supervisor, my administration, my students and most importantly - my substitute, when needed - have an absolute need for my day's plan.
Including not only what I intend to cover, but why the material is being covered, helps to keep everything relevant, and everybody on track.