DALTON KNECHT NEWS

Drops career high in loss Knecht put up 18 points (6-12 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds and an assist across 22 minutes in Wednesday's 134-110 loss to the Cavaliers.

Impact Knecht's 18 points mark a career high in his very young career, and he was one of the very few bright spots in Wednesday's loss. If the rookie continues to elevate his play, he could carve out a larger role for himself as the season progresses.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

NBA Rookie Dalton Knecht Shares Big Announcement Before Suns-Lakers Huge news for the Los Angeles Lakers rookie.

OCTOBER 26, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

NBA Rookie of the Year prediction 2025: Why Zach Edey will win the award over Dalton Knecht, Bronny James | Sporting News Canada The Sporting News takes a look at the 2024-25 NBA Rookie of the Year odds, then identifies value in the futures market and makes its picks f...

OCTOBER 23, 2024 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Gets green light for Tuesday Knecht (knee) has been cleared to play Tuesday night against Minnesota.

Impact Knecht was held out of his team's final preseason matchup due to a minor knee issue, but he's been cleared to make his NBA debut. He's expected to be involved in LA's rotation right away as a dangerous scoring threat.

OCTOBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Friday Knecht will not play in Friday's preseason finale versus the Warriors due to a knee issue, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Knecht apparently bumped his knee in Thursday's big win over the Spurs. Given it is the second night of an exhibition back-to-back, it is not surprising to see Los Angeles err on the side of caution with its promising rookie. He accumulated 35 points (10-18 FG, 8-13 3Pt, 7-8 FT), seven rebounds, an assist, two steals and two blocks across 32 minutes off the bench in the contest. He projects to be one of the first players off the bench for Los Angeles as a depth forward option this season.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Rookie Dalton Knecht shows why the Lakers think they got a steal in the draft Dalton Knecht, who fell in the draft to the Lakers at No. 17, made eight three-pointers while scoring 35 points in preseason defeat of the S...

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • LATIMES.COM

Dalton Knecht's Memorable Postgame Interaction with Reggie Miller Goes Viral Dalton Knecht shares memorable exchange with Reggie Miller following unreal performance.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Starting 5, Oct. 18: A rookie masterclass, star scoring outbursts & Friday's preseason finale | NBA.com Dalton Knecht did WHAT? Thursday’s seven-game slate brought madness. What’s in store tonight in the preseason finale?

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • NBA.COM

Dalton Knecht Reveals LeBron James's 2-Word Message Before Dominant Finish vs. Suns LeBron James and Anthony Davis had a message for Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht before his unreal finish vs.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Explodes for 35 points in OT win Knecht finished with 35 points (10-18 FG, 8-13 3Pt, 7-8 FT), seven rebounds, an assist, two steals and two blocks across 32 minutes off the bench in Thursday's 128-122 preseason wi...

Impact It wouldn't be a stretch to say Knecht was the reason why the Lakers got the win Thursday, as the rookie drained two clutch threes nearing the end of the fourth quarter to force overtime and was constantly stepping up on offense when the team needed him the most. Knecht will open the season on a bench role for the Lakers, but based on what he did during the preseason, head coach JJ Redick will have to find a way to give him consistent minutes. He's already one of the best shooters in the roster, and that's an ability that will always have plus value when playing alongside LeBron James.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leads bench with 19 points Knecht posted 19 points (6-15 FG, 5-13 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and two steals across 21 minutes in Tuesday's 111-97 preseason loss to the Warriors.

Impact Knecht logged another excellent preseason result, increasing the likelihood of consistent work with the second unit during the upcoming season. The 2024 first-round pick will have no contend with Max Christie, Gabe Vincent and Cam Reddish for minutes, but the Tennessee product has out-performed the trio in October.

OCTOBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 34 minutes in victory Knecht compiled 13 points (5-16 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, four assists and a steal across 34 minutes in Thursday's 107-102 win over the Bucks.

Impact Knecht had difficulty finding the bottom of the basket on most of his perimeter shots, but the 2024 first-round pick logged the most minutes on the floor Thursday and seems to be getting every opportunity to prove his worth. The Tennessee product's chances for breaking into the first unit are slim, but he seems to have an inside track to a good deal of reserve work.

OCTOBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shines in preseason debut Knecht scored 16 points (7-13 FG, 2-7 3Pt) while adding three rebounds, two assists, a steal and a block in 25 minutes off the bench during Friday's preseason loss to the Timberwol...

Impact The 17th overall pick in the 2024 Draft flashed the kind of offense he can provide from the second unit for the Lakers this season, tying Austin Reaves for the team scoring lead. Knecht doesn't have a clear path to consistent minutes in a Lakers wing rotation that includes LeBron James, Reaves, Cam Reddish and Max Christie, but if he shows he can fill up the basket against NBA-caliber defenders, the 23-year-old rookie should be able to carve out a role.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out SL finale Knecht won't play in Saturday's Summer League game against the Bulls for rest purposes, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Impact The Lakers are opting to rest Knecht, Bronny James and Maxwell Lewis for Friday's Summer League finale. After starting slow in the California Classic, Knecht showcased the three-level scoring ability that he dominated with at Tennessee last season.

JULY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leads LAL to win with 20 points Knecht guided to Lakers' Summer League squad to victory Thursday behind 20 points (7-of-16 FG, 4-of-4 FT), seven rebounds, two triples, one assist, one steal and two turnovers in 2...

Impact Knecht took the night off Wednesday for rest, but he was right back at it Thursday evening, and he again led the Lakers' Summer League team in scoring. He may be able to earn a Sixth Man role in Los Angeles this season, and if that's the case, he could potentially have some low-end value as a points and triples guy. We'll be monitoring him over training camp and the preseason.

JULY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Getting night off Knecht (rest) won't play in Wednesday's Summer League game against Atlanta, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Impact Knecht isn't dealing with an injury, rather the Lakers are giving him some rest due to the volume of practices and games over the last two weeks. Participants in the California Classic and Las Vegas Summer League, the Lakers played five games in nine days, each of which Knecht was active for. Knecht's next chance to play will come against the Cavs on Thursday.

JULY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Drops 20 points in Summer League Knecht generated 20 points (7-18 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 4-5 FT), nine rebounds and one assist across 31 minutes of Wednesday's 80-76 loss to the Heat in the California Classic.

Impact Knecht will exit the California Classic having averaged 14.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.3 steals across 26.3 minutes per game. However, the rookie first-rounder shot 12-for-43 (27.9 percent) from the field and 4-for-15 (26.8 percent) from beyond the arc. It's not abnormal for a rookie to struggle with efficiency during Summer League and there shouldn't be much concern regarding Knecht's ability to score after averaging 21.7 points per game last season at Tennessee.

JULY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers Fans Will Love Dalton Knecht's Odds to Win Rookie of the Year Dalton Knecht has the fourth-best odds to win the NBA’s Rookie of the Year award despite falling out of the lottery on Wednesday night.

JUNE 27, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

2024 NBA Draft grades: Lakers, Celtics, Timberwolves among Round 1 winners

Who won, who lost, and which NBA player had the funniest reaction to the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft? John Fanta has all the answers w...

JUNE 27, 2024 • FOX SPORTS