Dalton Knecht: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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 / 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.

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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 / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 22

Lakers Notes: Luka Doncic Injury Update, Big Man Out Multiple Weeks, Surprise Dalton Knecht Decision

The Los Angeles Lakers lost their first game of the season on Tuesday, 119-109, against the Golden State Warriors. The Lakers were missing forward LeBron James to start the season, and his absence was felt as Rui Hachimura failed to make a significant impact, scoring nine points and grabbing just four rebounds.

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

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Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 19

What one NBA scout said about Dalton Knecht’s progression after rookie year, ‘more evolved…’

One NBA scout told LA Lakers reporter Jovan Buha what he saw in Dalton Knecht, who is coming off a strange rookie season. Dalton Knecht’s rookie season with the Los Angeles Lakers was a tale of two halves.

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 / Lakers Nation / October 9

Dalton Knecht’s Trade Value Continuing To Fall

Dalton Knecht is one of the most interesting pieces on the Los Angeles Lakers this season. At times last season he looked like an absolute steal with the 17th pick of the 2024 NBA Draft while at other times he found himself out of head coach JJ Redick’s rotation because of shortcomings in other areas of his game.

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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Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 23

Dalton Knecht's Trade Value Has Taken Massive Hit, Says Insider

The Los Angeles Lakers have already tried to trade Dalton Knecht once in his career. He was involved in the Mark Williams trade that the Lakers tried to execute at the trade deadline.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / July 23

Lakers Risk Losing Dalton Knecht — Time To Act

LOS ANGELES – Dalton Knecht looked like a steal when the Lakers grabbed him with the 17th pick. His rookie year teased real promise. In November, he torched defenses for 13.6 points a night and drained threes at a 46% clip.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / July 22

Dalton Knecht Trade Update Emerges After Jrue Holiday Report

Dalton Knecht entered the 2024 NBA Draft with high expectations when the Los Angeles Lakers selected him 17th overall. Coming off an impressive collegiate run with Tennessee—marked by All-American honors and efficient scoring—the 24-year-old wing was viewed as a potential 3-and-D contributor poised to make an impact in his rookie campaign.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / July 13

Dalton Knecht News Surfaces After Missing Lakers Summer League Game

The Los Angeles Lakers are known more for their veterans than their young talent, but Dalton Knecht made an impact for the squad as a rookie last season.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 11

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / July 6

Dalton Knecht's Message to Lakers After Shaky Debut

Dalton Knecht had a strong first season with the Los Angeles Lakers, parlaying his strong final season at Tennessee into a rotational role where he appeared in 78 games and averaged 9.1 points.