Dalton Knecht News, Rumors, Updates - Los Angeles Lakers

In starting lineup Sunday Knecht will be in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Knecht will be a starter for the 16th time during his rookie campaign Sunday. The talented scorer has averaged 16.0 points, 4.7 rebounds and 1.3 assists per game, shooting 46.5 percent from the field and 39.3 percent from deep while in the first unit for Los Angeles.

APRIL 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dalton Knecht Sends Clear Message After JJ Redick's Decision Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht shared a message.

APRIL 6, 2025 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Luka Doncic bounces back to lead the Lakers to a 124-108 victory over the Pelicans

Luka Doncic had 35 points, Austin Reaves added 30 and LeBron James had 27 in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 124-108 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday night

APRIL 5, 2025 • Associated Press

Lakers' JJ Redick Announces Dalton Knecht Move After Warriors Game Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick shared Dalton Knecht news.

APRIL 5, 2025 • KANSASCITY.COM

Lakers could pair Luka, LeBron with $33 million ex-Celtics forward via major Dalton Knecht swap | Sporting News The Los Angeles Lakers may add a promising piece via trade with the Indiana Pacers this offseason.

APRIL 4, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Calls Mount for NBA to Fine Lakers' Dalton Knecht After Ja Morant Decision Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knect is catching some heat after Ja Morant’s fine.

APRIL 4, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Lakers predicted to swap Dalton Knecht for Kings' undervalued $186 million star | Sporting News The Los Angeles Lakers could land an underappreciated Sacramento Kings forward this summer.

APRIL 1, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Lakers may acquire $100 million 19.3 PPG guard to support Luka, LeBron via Dalton Knecht swap | Sporting News The Los Angeles Lakers could pull off a massive trade with the Portland Trail Blazers this offseason.

MARCH 31, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Dalton Knecht has partnered with a popular chicken restaurant chain Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht has secured a corporate partnership with a popular Southern California-based chicken restaurant chain.

MARCH 29, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Lakers may unite LeBron, Luka with Mavs' red-hot forward in major Dalton Knecht trade | Sporting News The Los Angeles Lakers could pull off another important swap with the Dallas Mavericks this offseason.

MARCH 27, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Lakers sign guard Jordan Goodwin to playoff-eligible contract, waive Cam Reddish

Jordan Goodwin has agreed to a standard two-year NBA contract with the Los Angeles Lakers

MARCH 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Tennessee basketball players attend Dalton Knecht, Lakers vs Pacers in Indianapolis Dalton Knecht and the Los Angeles Lakers played against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night as Tennessee basketball arrived for the NCAA T...

MARCH 26, 2025 • TENNESSEAN.COM

Efficient in limited run Knecht amassed six points (2-4 FG, 2-3 3Pt), one rebound, one assist and one steal in seven minutes during Saturday's 146-115 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Knecht was efficient during his extremely limited run in garbage time of a blowout loss. The rookie has received increased playing time of late due to LeBron James (groin) and Rui Hachimura (knee) being sidelined, though with both of them returning to action Saturday, Knecht could continue to receive fewer minutes moving forward.

MARCH 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench role Knecht will come off the bench for Saturday's game against the Bulls, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact After getting his 15th start of the season for the Lakers, Knecht will be in the second unit to face Chicago on Saturday. The talented rookie is averaging 7.8 points and 2.5 rebounds per game, shooting 45.6 percent from the floor and 35.4 percent from beyond the arc in a reserve role for Los Angeles this season.

MARCH 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hits for 17 in spot start Knecht amassed 17 points (5-14 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-5 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one steal across 31 minutes during Thursday's 118-89 loss to the Bucks.

Impact With almost the entire Lakers starting five in street clothes, including LeBron James (groin) and Luka Doncic (ankle), Knecht tied fellow rookie Bronny James for the team scoring lead. Knecht has found a rhythm in March, scoring in double digits in nine of 11 contests (three starts) while averaging 14.4 points, 3.6 boards, 2.7 threes and 1.5 assists and shooting 41.1 percent from long distance.

MARCH 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bronny James sets new highs in depleted Lakers' loss to Bucks

Bronny James was the bright spot for the short-handed Los Angeles Lakers

MARCH 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Antetokounmpo and Bucks pull away from short-handed Lakers for comfortable 118-89 win

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 28 points and the Milwaukee Bucks defeated the short-handed Los Angeles Lakers 118-89

MARCH 21, 2025 • Associated Press

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MARCH 21, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Joining starters Thursday Knecht is starting Thursday's game against the Bucks, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Knecht will run with the first unit while the majority of the LA starters are sidelined. The Tennessee product put together a big night in his last opportunity to start Friday against the Nuggets, putting up 32 points in 37 minutes of action.

MARCH 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers could swap Dalton Knecht for $48 million ex-Celtics fan favorite center | Sporting News The Los Angeles Lakers might land a beloved former Boston Celtics big man this summer.

MARCH 19, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Lakers may unite LeBron James with $75 million star forward, ship Dalton Knecht to Hornets once more | Sporting News The Los Angeles Lakers could make a major move this offseason via trade with the Charlotte Hornets.

MARCH 18, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Keeps producing off bench Knecht had 13 points (4-10 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds, three assists and one block across 20 minutes during Monday's 125-109 win over San Antonio.

Impact Knecht has been putting up solid numbers off the bench, and the rookie out of Tennessee continues to make a case to see regular second-unit minutes. Knecht has scored in double digits in seven of his last nine appearances, averaging 14.3 points, 3.7 rebounds and 1.4 assists per game in that stretch while shooting 50 percent from the floor and 40 percent from three.

MARCH 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Knecht (back) is available for Sunday's game against the Suns, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact As expected, Knecht has been upgraded from probable to available. On Friday, the sharpshooter posted 32 points (13-27 FG, 5-13 3Pt) in 37 minutes as a starter during a 131-126 loss to Denver.

MARCH 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Sunday Knecht is probable for Sunday's game against the Suns due to back soreness.

Impact Knecht contributed 32 points (13-27 FG, 5-13 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds and one assist over 37 minutes during Friday's 131-126 loss to the Nuggets, and he continues to prove he can be relied upon when needed. The rookie carries a probable tag, but that suggests he should be available to suit up Sunday if needed.

MARCH 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bronny James Sends Strong Dalton Knecht Message After Nuggets Game Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James sends a strong message about fellow rookie Dalton Knecht.

MARCH 15, 2025 • KANSASCITY.COM

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Luka Doncic bounces back to lead the Lakers to a 124-108 victory over the Pelicans

Lakers sign guard Jordan Goodwin to playoff-eligible contract, waive Cam Reddish

Bronny James sets new highs in depleted Lakers' loss to Bucks

Antetokounmpo and Bucks pull away from short-handed Lakers for comfortable 118-89 win