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Lakers Cut Dalton Knecht, Finalize Roster
19 Oct
Summary
- Dalton Knecht was waived Monday, setting the Lakers' roster at 15 players.
- His streaky shooting and subpar defense led to his departure.
- Roster additions made Knecht's skillset redundant for the team.
The Los Angeles Lakers have finalized their roster by waiving Dalton Knecht on Monday, bringing the team down to the league-mandated 15 players. Knecht, a 2024 draftee, was cut after struggling with streaky shooting and perceived defensive liabilities. His release comes after the Lakers added several wing players during the summer, a move that seemingly made Knecht's skillset less essential to the team's needs. Head coach JJ Redick acknowledged that the team's composition and needs had evolved, creating a difficult situation for Knecht. The decision to waive him, rather than trade him, suggests the team did not believe he held significant trade value. Knecht had limited playing time in recent games, further indicating his uncertain future with the team.
