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Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / November 28

What happened to Pau Gasol and Lamar Odom put Dalton Knecht’s current problems in perspective

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Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / November 20

Dalton Knecht’s 37 point game feels like a lifetime ago, LA Lakers have moved on

A lot can change in a year, and LA Lakers guard Dalton Knecht knows it best. The Los Angeles Lakers didn’t have a lottery pick during the 2024 NBA Draft.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 9

Dalton Knecht: JJ Redick Was ‘A Lot Calmer’ Than Usual Following Bad Loss To Hawks

Momentum was brewing for JJ Redick and the Los Angeles Lakers early in the season as they went into their road trip winners of five straight and win a 7-2 record.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Sporting News / October 31

Lakers writer praises Dalton Knecht for improved offensive play

A Los Angeles Lakers journalist is pleased with the franchise's 24-year-old second-year contributor.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Sporting News / October 29

Lakers' JJ Redick continues to back Dalton Knecht amid slump

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick is still showing confidence in Dalton Knecht while the second-year pro struggles to find a rhythm.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 29

JJ Redick Maintains ‘Very High Belief’ In Dalton Knecht

The Los Angeles Lakers were severely shorthanded on Monday night against the Portland Trail Blazers, missing five players from their regular rotation. That meant more minutes for players like Bronny James, Nick Smith Jr.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 28

Did Dalton Knecht find his groove again against the Blazers?

Quick, when was the last time Dalton Knecht had a good game? Considering he had a bad Summer League and a lousy preseason, he hasn’t had a decent statistical game since the spring when he scored 27 points against the Blazers in the final regular season game.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 28

Dalton Knecht Feels Good & Finding Rhythm After Playing Big Minutes

With so many injuries throughout the roster, the Los Angeles Lakers had just 10 players in uniform for their game against the Portland Trail Blazers on the second night of a back-to-back.

Los Angeles Lakers News / A to Z Sports / October 28

Lakers' Dalton Knecht takes advantage of golden opportunity with LeBron James and Luka Doncic on the shelf

The Los Angeles Lakers are trying to stay above water at the start of the 2025-26 season with their two superstars out of action. In their absence, a handful of players are getting opportunities to show what they can do in an expanded role, and one of them is former Tennessee Vols start Dalton Knecht.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 21

Third-Year Rookie Scale Team Option On Dalton Knecht Picked Up

The Los Angeles Lakers are hoping to see a sophomore leap from Dalton Knecht, their 17th overall pick from the 2024 NBA Draft. The sharpshooter from Tennessee had an uneven rookie campaign, shooting 43.9% from beyond the arc between October and November and 42.7% from deep between March and April, but only 28.5% in the months in between.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / October 21

Lakers pick up 2026-27 option on Dalton Knecht

The Lakers are keeping Dalton Knecht in their long-term plans, picking up his $4.2 million team option for the 2026-27 season, per Keith Smith of Spotrac.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / October 21

Lakers pick up Dalton Knecht’s 2026-27 option

The Lakers have exercised their team option for the 2026-27 season on forward Dalton Knecht.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Mock Trade Lands Lakers $57 Million Suns Duo for Package Headlined by Dalton Knecht

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Los Angeles Lakers News / A to Z Sports / October 13

Former Tennessee Vols basketball standout Dalton Knecht was on the wrong side of some brutal NBA trash talk this week

Former Tennessee Vols basketball star Dalton Knecht was on the wrong side of some NBA trash talk on Sunday. Knecht, who is entering his second season with the Los Angeles Lakers, played 34 minutes on Sunday in the Lakers' 126-116 preseason win against the Golden State Warriors.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fastbreak on SI / October 10

NBA Fans Defend Lakers' Dalton Knecht Against Negative Narrative

As the former first-rounder Dalton Knecht enters his second NBA season, the guard has recently gained some negative attention based on a league scout’s opinion on his potential value in the trade market.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / October 10

NBA Notes: Lakers, Dalton Knecht, Wizards, Cavs, Evan Mobley

Dalton Knecht’s rookie season started strong and then hit a wall. The Lakers sharpshooter averaged 12.2 points and shot nearly 44 percent from deep over his first 19 games last year, but his production dipped as defenses caught up.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 9

Lakers Receive Unfortunate Trade Update on Dalton Knecht

Heading into this season, it was pretty clear that the Los Angeles Lakers had given up on Dalton Knecht. The 2024 first-round pick doesn't fit into their long-term plans.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 9

Dalton Knecht Reportedly Viewed As ‘Negative Asset’ After Rough Preseason Start

Dalton Knecht’s stock is already taking a hit. According to Los Angeles Times reporter Dan Woike, rival scouts around the league have begun labeling the Lakers guard as a “negative asset” after a rough preseason debut, suggesting Los Angeles would likely have to attach another asset to move him in any potential trade.

Los Angeles Lakers News / A to Z Sports / October 8

Former Tennessee Vols star Dalton Knecht's NBA career is suddenly in a not good place

It feels like former Tennessee Vols basketball standout Dalton Knecht has been in the NBA for several years now. But amazingly, the former Vol is entering just his second year in the league.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 6

Dalton Knecht Getting ‘Legs Underneath’ Him

Summer League couldn’t have gone any poorer for Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht as he largely struggled shooting the basketball. The Lakers and the fans were certainly hoping to see more from Knecht as most second-year players take a leap in Summer League play.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / September 29

Dalton Knecht’s Lakers future in question heading into camp

Dalton Knecht’s Lakers future is already under the microscope — and training camp hasn’t even tipped off. Once viewed as a promising young scorer, Knecht is now a trade candidate before his second season even begins.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / September 2

Dalton Knecht under pressure with declining Lakers form

After a rookie season that showed flashes of promise, the hope was that he would build on that momentum this summer. Instead, his stock has been slipping fast.

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