5 DAYS AGO • USATODAY.COM
DALTON KNECHT
9.1 PPG •
2.8 RPG •
0.8 APG
9.1 PPG
2.8 RPG
0.8 APG
Bleacher Report writer names possible landing spot for Dalton Knecht Lakers rookie sharpshooter Dalton Knecht could again be used as trade bait this summer to help the team land a starting-caliber center.
Lakers predicted to part with Dalton Knecht, acquire $75 million, 10.3 PPG Nets center | Sporting News The Los Angeles Lakers could acquire an underrated Brooklyn Nets center during the offseason.
APRIL 21 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Lakers Rookie Turns Heads With Birthday Outfit Before Timberwolves Game Dalton Knecht delivered a full-on fashion moment.
APRIL 20 • SACBEE.COM
Won't start vs. Minnesota Knecht is not in the starting lineup for Game 1 against the Timberwolves on Saturday, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Impact The Lakers rested most of their regulars for the regular-season finale against the Trail Blazers on April 13, so Knecht enjoyed a sizable uptick in minutes in that matchup, but that won't be the case in this postseason opener. The rookie out of Tennessee can add some much-needed floor spacing on offense, but his fantasy upside will be severely limited due to his bench role.
APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE
Fans Take Notice of Lakers Rookie's Outfits Before NBA Playoffs Dalton Knecht is serving bold fits and big energy.
APRIL 16 • SACBEE.COM
Austin Reaves Sends 2-Word Message to Dalton Knecht Before NBA Playoffs The Los Angeles Lakers will host the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday.
APRIL 15 • SACBEE.COM
Scores 27 points in starting role Knecht ended with 27 points (9-21 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds and two blocks over 37 minutes during Sunday's 109-81 loss to the Trail Blazers.
Impact Knecht made the most of this spot start Sunday and posted an impressive line, finishing among the leading scorers for the Lakers in what turned out to be a blowout loss. The Lakers locked up the third seed in the Western Conference standings and will begin their playoff run against the Timberwolves on Saturday. Knecht figures to hold a role off the bench in the postseason, so fantasy managers who decide to trust him shouldn't expect this kind of stat line on a regular basis. He finished the regular season with averages of 9.1 points, 2.8 rebounds and 0.8 assists per game while shooting 37.6 percent from three in 78 appearances (16 starts).
APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE
LAKERS at TRAIL BLAZERS | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | April 13, 2025
APRIL 13 • YOUTUBE
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 • ROTOWIRE
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 • ROTOWIRE
Dalton Knecht Sends Clear Message After JJ Redick's Decision Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht shared a message.
APRIL 6 • 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 nightAPRIL 5 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 LakersMARCH 27 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • ROTOWIRE
Bronny James sets new highs in depleted Lakers' loss to Bucks
Bronny James was the bright spot for the short-handed Los Angeles LakersMARCH 21 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
