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The Los Angeles Lakers tried trade Dalton Knecht last season in a move to get Mark Williams from the Hornets. That would have given them a center that they felt good about moving forward.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 8

Lakers Trade Proposal Moves Rui Hachimura, Dalton Knecht for $195M All-Star

The Los Angeles Lakers have some big decisions to make this offseason, mainly within the frontcourt of the roster. As things currently stand, the team doesn't have a starting-caliber center on the roster, so the front office will need to get creative.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / June 3

Dalton Knecht numbers before and after the Luka Doncic trade explored, and what it meant for the LA Lakers

The 2024-25 NBA season was full of ups and downs for one Los Angeles Lakers rookie. Getting drafted to a team as iconic as the Los Angeles Lakers is a dream come true for any NBA prospect.

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ESPN projects NBA mega-trade involving the #1 pick and Cooper Flagg that would send Dalton Knecht to another storied franchise

The 2024-25 season went from one of promise to one to quickly forget for former Tennessee Vols All-American Dalton Knecht. The first round pick of the

NBA News / NBA Draft on SI / June 1

NBA Mock Trade: Lakers Enter NBA Draft in Deal with Rockets

The 2025 NBA Draft is less than a month away, and teams are prepping to add talent to their roster ahead of next season. Dallas and San Antonio jumped to the front of the line in landing No.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 31

Lakers' Dalton Knecht Could Be Target of Surprising East Team

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht had a charmed first half of his inaugural 2024-25 season. And then he got traded, effectively taking the bloom fully off the rose.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / May 31

Nuggets Could Acquire Dalton Knecht In Three-Team Deal With Lakers

The Denver Nuggets were eliminated in the Conference Semifinals in seven games for the second straight year, losing to the Oklahoma City Thunder this time around.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 30

Lakers' Dalton Knecht Linked With Head-Scratching West Rival

The Los Angeles Lakers have a massive summer ahead of them. The expectation for the Lakers is they will make a massive move or two via the trade market

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 29

Lakers' California Classic Summer League Opponents Announced

The Los Angeles Lakers love starting out Summer League against other California teams. They don't only play against other California teams, though. Los Angeles loves playing in the California Classic because it allows their young players to play in games closer to home.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 28

Watch: Dalton Knecht Shares Highlights From Rookie Season

Los Angeles Lakers rookie guard Dalton Knecht had a rookie season unlike anyone else in the entire NBA. Knecht began as one of the favorites for Rookie of the Year, and had some big moments and performances in the beginning of the season.

NBA News / A to Z Sports / May 27

Lady Vols named as the main program to watch for 2026 4-star forward

The Lady Vols could be on the verge of landing a big time 2026 recruit. According to On3's Talia Goodman, Tennessee is the "main program to watch" for

Los Angeles Lakers News / A to Z Sports / May 23

There's reportedly widespread belief in NBA circles that the Lakers have a specific plan for Dalton Knecht this offseason

The Los Angeles Lakers attempted to trade former Tennessee Vols guard Dalton Knecht to the Charlotte Hornets this past season, but the deal was rescinded due to concerns over center Mark Williams' physical (Williams was the player heading from the Hornets to the Lakers in the deal).

NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 23

NBA Rumors: Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Nuggets, Lakers, Dalton Knecht

Will he or won’t he? That seems to be the question regarding Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo and a potential trade request. One opposing scout told Hoops Wire that he believes “there’s probably zero chance” that Antetokounmpo requests a trade, despite Milwaukee’s first-round playoff exit.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 21

What were your favorite moments of Dalton Knecht’s season?

As part of our season review series, let’s look back on the best moments and games of Dalton Knecht’s season. As we review the season of every player for the Lakers, we’ll also take a daily look at the moments, games and quotes that fans enjoyed most from this season.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 21

Can Dalton Knecht improve on defense for next season?

Dalton Knecht lost his place in the rotation due to his defense, but he showed enough athletic tools to be optimistic about his potential. As the NBA released its All-Rookie teams for this season, Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht was nowhere to be found.

Los Angeles Lakers News / A to Z Sports / May 20

Lakers fans are saying Dalton Knecht was disrespected at the end of May, but it will only serve as motivation for the former Vol

Los Angeles Lakers fans think former Tennessee Vols guard Dalton Knecht was disrespected this week. Knecht, who just wrapped up his rookie season with

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 18

Dalton Knecht Wants To Improve All-Around Game This Offseason

Los Angeles Lakers’ rookie Dalton Knecht had an extremely eventful first season in the NBA. He had some great moments and played a role in the Lakers winning a handful of games throughout the season, but Knecht also had times where he was out of the rotation.

Los Angeles Lakers News / A to Z Sports / May 12

Latest NBA rumor would be a dream come true for former Tennessee Vols basketball star Dalton Knecht

Former Tennessee Vols standout Dalton Knecht had an up-and-down rookie season with the Los Angeles Lakers. Knecht had moments where he looked like a future

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / May 11

Lakers' Dalton Knecht Goes Viral for Behavior at Concert

The Los Angeles Lakers’ season came to an end after a disappointing first-round performance against the Minnesota Timberwolves, who defeated L.A. in five games—despite the Lakers entering the series as favorites.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 8

Dalton Knecht Discusses What He Learned In ‘Crazy’ Rookie Season

Dalton Knecht was a surprise pick for the Los Angeles Lakers during the 2024 NBA Draft as he was touted as a sure-fire lottery pick before falling down the board to No.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / April 7

Dalton Knecht should be on the Hornets' radar this offseason

At the NBA Trade Deadline, two things were made clear. First, the Los Angeles Lakers were willing to move off of 2024 first-round pick Dalton Knecht. Second, the Charlotte Hornets wanted to add Knecht to their roster.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 5

Dalton Knecht Focused On Being Aggressive & Himself When On Court

After not getting into the Los Angeles Lakers’ loss to the Golden State Warriors, Dalton Knecht was back in the rotation on Friday and provided a spark for his team.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / March 29

Lakers' Dalton Knecht Announces Exciting News on Friday

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht was selected 17th overall in the 2024 NBA draft. It has been an eventful first season for the 6-foot-6 forward out of Tennessee, as he was traded to the Charlotte Hornets ahead of the Feb.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / March 17

Lakers’ Dalton Knecht would make sense as Sixers trade target

The Lakers already traded Dalton Knecht once. But that deal with the Hornets fell through after center Mark Williams failed his physical. (Why or how, we still really have no idea.) This has led some to believe that Knecht could be on the move again in the offseason.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / March 10

Dalton Knecht working to maximize second chance with Lakers

Dalton Knecht’s rookie season with the Los Angeles Lakers has been anything but routine.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / February 20

Dalton Knecht has a golden opportunity to prove his value

The Los Angeles Lakers' recent trade with the Charlotte Hornets, centered around Mark Williams and Dalton Knecht, took a dramatic turn when it was rescinded, leaving both players in uncertain territory. For Knecht, it also provides an opportunity.

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