DALTON KNECHT NEWS

Returns to bench Knecht isn't part of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Spurs, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Knecht started the Lakers most recent game, but he'll be bumped back to the second unit now that Luka Doncic is healthy. Considering Austin Reaves (groin), LeBron James (sciatica) and Gabe Vincent (ankle) are still out, expect Knecht to see considerable run off the bench.

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Starting Monday Knecht will start in Monday's game against the Trail Blazers, Harrison Faigen of SBNation.com reports.

Impact The second-year swingman will get the starting nod with Luka Doncic (finger), Austin Reaves (groin), LeBron James (sciatica) and Gabe Vincent (ankle) sidelined. Knecht has logged double-digit minutes in five consecutive appearances, averaging 8.2 points and 1.4 rebounds while shooting 43.2 percent from the field in 20.2 minutes per contest during that span.

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Lakers' Dalton Knecht is turning the corner critics said he never would Los Angeles Lakers wing Dalton Knecht is making progress in a way his critics swore he would never be able to.

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Pops for 15 points from bench Knecht registered 15 points (7-12 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 0-1 FT), one rebound, one assist, two blocks and one steal in 36 minutes during Wednesday's 116-115 win over the Timberwolves.

Impact Knecht's role should continue to expand, given the state of the Lakers' roster. If the persistent trade rumors surrounding Knecht had any truth to them, the organization is likely relieved that they didn't pull the trigger. The team is snake-bit with injures, and support players like Knecht will be essential in keeping the team above water for the next few weeks.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Austin Reaves gives short-handed Lakers another reason to rely on him with buzzer-beater vs. Wolves

Austin Reaves rose up for a floater from 12 feet out and swished the winner for the Los Angeles Lakers right before the buzzer for a 116-115 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves...

OCTOBER 30 • Associated Press

Lakers fend off Timberwolves on Austin Reaves' buzzer-beater for 116-115 win

Austin Reaves swished the 12-foot winner in the lane right before the buzzer to finish with 28 points and lift the Los Angeles Lakers to a 116-115 victory after the Minnesota Timbe...

OCTOBER 30 • Associated Press

Lakers have no choice but to unleash Dalton Knecht to fix their biggest flaw Lakers wing Dalton Knecht is back in the rotation after injuries to Luka Doncic, LeBron James, and Gabe Vincent. He showed why he needs to r...

OCTOBER 28 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Steps up with 16 points Knecht finished with 16 points (5-13 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), two rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals in 25 minutes during Monday's 122-108 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Impact Knecht didn't play at all on Opening Night, but his minutes have been trending up for three straight games due to injuries. He's shooting 37.5 percent from the field overall, but he did have some nice moments in Monday's loss. If the Lakers get some reinforcements back for Wednesday's game against Minnesota, Knecht could again be facing an uphill battle for playing time.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Dalton Knecht has clear path back into Lakers' rotation after heartbreaking snub Los Angeles Lakers swingman Dalton Knecht was snubbed from the rotation during the season opener. Thankfully, there's a clear path back.

OCTOBER 22 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Didn't play season opener Knecht didn't see the floor during the regular-season opener.

Impact Knecht was expected to be part of head coach JJ Redick's rotation to get the 2025-26 campaign underway. However, he and Bronny James (ankle) did not record any minutes on the floor, raising questions about their roles this season.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers best young asset is falling apart with no signs of recovery Dalton Knecht earned a DNP - Coach's Decision in the Los Angeles Lakers' Opening Night loss to the Golden State Warriors, and things are loo...

OCTOBER 22 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Lakers make $4.2M decision on Dalton Knecht hours before 2025-26 NBA season opening night The LA Lakers have extended sophomore Dalton Knecht's stay beyond the 2025-26 NBA season.

OCTOBER 21 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Team option picked up The Lakers picked up Knecht's team option for the 2026-27 season on Tuesday, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

Impact This is largely a formality for the Lakers, and it keeps Knecht on the books for $4.2 million in 2026-27. Although it didn't translate to the exhibitions, it's been widely reported that coach JJ Redick has been impressed by Knecht in training camp. He's likely to get an opportunity to impress early on while LeBron James is sidelined.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers insider: Dalton Knecht gets 'relatively negative' reviews from NBA circles amid potential trade | Sporting News As LA may look for several moves to improve, offering Knecht would be challenging to obtain trade interests.

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Coming off bench Friday Knecht won't start in Friday's preseason game against the Kings, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact With Austin Reaves (rest) returning to action, Knecht will move to the second unit in Los Angeles' preseason finale. The second-year swingman is likely to compete for playing time with Marcus Smart and Jake LaRavia off the bench this season.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench Friday Knecht won't start in Friday's preseason game against the Kings, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact With Austin Reaves (rest) returning to action, Knecht will move to the second unit in Los Angeles' preseason finale. The second-year swingman is likely to compete for playing time with Marcus Smart and Jake LaRavia off the bench this season.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Dalton Knecht starts for Lakers against Dallas in Las Vegas Former Vol Dalton Knecht starts for the Lakers against Dallas in Las Vegas.

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Starting Wednesday Knecht is part of the first unit for Wednesday's preseason game against the Mavericks, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

Impact Knecht will snare a start Wednesday for the closing leg of a back-to-back set. He'll be joined by Gabe Vincent, Jarred Vanderbilt, Rui Hachimura and Jaxson Hayes in the starting five.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Dalton Knecht dilemma Lakers must make peace with to help him thrive Los Angeles Lakers wing Dalton Knecht has been quietly miscast in a role that doesn't fit as well as some might think.

OCTOBER 15 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Bench role Tuesday Knecht will come off the bench during Tuesday's preseason game against the Suns, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact After logging 34 minutes as a starter during Sunday's preseason win over the Warriors, Knecht will be in the second unit. The second-year pro is coming off a strong performance, where he finished with 16 points, three rebounds and two assists.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers reporter dishes truth about dreadful downside plaguing Dalton Knecht Dalton Knecht is not in the role that would suit him best with the Los Angeles Lakers.

OCTOBER 14 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM