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Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 15

Austin Reaves Sends 2-Word Message to Dalton Knecht Before NBA Playoffs

The Los Angeles Lakers are set to host the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs’ first round. LA, led by stars Luka Doncic and LeBron James, will be looking to strike first against a Minnesota squad powered by rising star Anthony Edwards—who famously swept the Phoenix Suns in last year’s opening round.

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 / Last Word On Sports / April 7

Lakers Rookie Making Case for Playoff Rotation Spot

Amid a rollercoaster rookie season, Lakers forward Dalton Knecht has found himself back in JJ Redick’s rotation. But with the postseason fast approaching and key decisions yet to be made, has the 23-year-old done enough to be one of the nine or ten contributors toward a championship run?

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 6

JJ Redick: Dalton Knecht Could Help Lakers Win Multiple Playoff Games

As the postseason nears, Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht has often found himself on the outside looking in for a rotation spot. Head coach JJ Redick is beginning to key in on a playoff rotation consisting of eight or nine players.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 6

Dalton Knecht shouts out key Lakers vet during rookie season

LOS ANGELES – Early in the 2024-25 season, fans of the Los Angeles Lakers were in awe of rookie wing Dalton Knecht. Despite falling to the mid-first round of the NBA Draft, Knecht was playing like one of the best players of this draft class.

NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / April 5

Luka Doncic's Honest Dalton Knecht Statement After Lakers-Pelicans

While the New Orleans Pelicans season is basically over after Zion Williamson was ruled out for the rest of the season and they were eliminated from playoff contention, one of their last games of the year came on Friday night against the Los Angeles Lakers.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 5

Dalton Knecht Sends Clear Message After JJ Redick's Decision

The Los Angeles Lakers surged up to third in the Western Conference standings on Saturday night, riding a dominant all-around performance to a 124-108 win over the New Orleans Pelicans.

Los Angeles Lakers News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / April 5

JJ Redick Gets Honest on Dalton Knecht's Minutes After Lakers-Pelicans

When the season began, it seemed like the Los Angeles Lakers found a diamond in the rough when they drafted Dalton Knecht with the 17th overall pick in the 2024 NBA draft.

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 / A to Z Sports / April 5

Lakers' JJ Redick makes strong statement about Dalton Knecht a day after the former Tennessee guard surprisingly didn't play

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick received some heat from fans earlier this week for his decision to not play rookie guard Dalton Knecht in LA's

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 5

JJ Redick Sends Clear Dalton Knecht Message After Lakers Game

The Los Angeles under first-year head coach JJ Redick currently sits at No. 3 in the Western Conference standings with a 47-30 record. They picked up a

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 4

Lakers' JJ Redick Announces Dalton Knecht Move After Warriors Game

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht has appeared in 72 games this season. Selected 17th overall in the 2024 NBA draft, the former Tennessee star has played important minutes for the Lakers throughout the year.

Los Angeles Lakers News / A to Z Sports / April 4

Lakers fans aren't happy with JJ Redick and it's because of former Tennessee Vols guard Dalton Knecht

Los Angeles Lakers fans are a bit miffed with head coach JJ Redick and it's all because of former Tennessee Vols guard Dalton Knecht. Knecht has seen

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 3

Dalton Knecht Won March Madness Bet Over Jarred Vanderbilt & Anthony Davis

The NCAA March Madness Tournament always brings out some rivalries between NBA players thanks to their college allegiances. For Los Angeles Lakers rookie and Tennessee alum Dalton Knecht, that meant a lot of trash talking as his Volunteers took SEC rival Kentucky where teammate Jarred Vanderbilt and former teammate Anthony Davis attended.

'No answer' - Former Kentucky star didn't respond to former Tennessee guard Dalton Knecht after losing Vols vs Wildcats bet

The Tennessee Vols' NCAA Tournament run came to an end this past weekend via a loss to the Houston Cougars in the Elite Eight. Tennessee reached the Elite

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 31

El Pollo Loco Announces Partnership With Dalton Knecht

When the Los Angeles Lakers drafted Dalton Knecht, he knew his life was about to change playing for one of the most popular organizations in sports. Born in North Dakota, Knecht playing in L.A.

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.

NBA News / A to Z Sports / March 27

Former Vols guard Dalton Knecht hooked the Tennessee basketball team up ahead of the Sweet 16 in Indianapolis

Former Tennessee Vols guard Dalton Knecht took care of the UT basketball team on Wednesday night in Indianapolis. Tennessee arrived in Indy on Wednesday for their upcoming Sweet 16 matchup against the Kentucky Wildcats.

Los Angeles Lakers News / A to Z Sports / March 26

Dalton Knecht gets a harsh reminder of how tough life in the NBA can be for a rookie ahead of the final month of the season

Former Tennessee Vols guard Dalton Knecht received a harsh reminder over the last week of how tough life in the NBA can be for a rookie. Knecht, a first

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 18

Lakers' Dalton Knecht Named Offseason Trade Target For East Playoff Team

The Los Angeles Lakers were trying to get a new center when they got rid of Anthony Davis. The Lakers had a trade agreed upon to acquire Mark Williams from the Charlotte Hornets.

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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Charlotte Hornets News / Yardbarker / February 7

Why Dalton Knecht could win Rookie of the Year with Hornets

With Knecht now set to be in much more of a featured role in Charlotte, don’t be surprised if he makes a late dark-horse run at Rookie of the Year honors.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / February 6