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Dalton Knecht's Lakers Debut: Three Points in Loss
18 Jan
Summary
- Dalton Knecht scored three points in his Lakers debut.
- Marcus Smart led Los Angeles with 25 points.
- Portland secured a 132-116 victory over Los Angeles.
The Portland Trail Blazers defeated the Los Angeles Lakers with a score of 132-116 at the Moda Center. This marked the NBA debut for former Vol Dalton Knecht, who registered three points in five minutes of play.
Marcus Smart was the leading scorer for the Lakers with 25 points, supported by Drew Timme's 21 points and LeBron James' 20 points. Knecht, selected 17th overall in the 2024 NBA draft, showcased his scoring ability by making his lone field goal and three-point attempt.
Knecht had a standout college career at Tennessee, averaging 21.7 points per game and leading the team to a SEC regular-season championship and an Elite Eight appearance. The Lakers are scheduled to play Toronto next.
