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Lakers Watch Dalton Knecht’s Suitors Grow to 4 Teams After Release

Dalton Knecht's Lakers exit takes another turn as four NBA teams reportedly show interest in the former first-round pick.

Published: Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 10:25 PM
Lakers Watch Dalton Knecht’s Suitors Grow to 4 Teams After Release
Key Things to Know
  • Dalton Knecht has attracted interest from four NBA teams following his release by the Los Angeles Lakers.
  • The New York Knicks, Minnesota Timberwolves, Sacramento Kings, and Toronto Raptors are exploring potential deals.
  • Knecht cleared waivers on Wednesday and is eligible to sign a standard or two-way free agent contract.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Dalton Knecht has drawn interest from four NBA franchises after being waived by the Los Angeles Lakers. The New York Knicks, Minnesota Timberwolves, Sacramento Kings, and Toronto Raptors have emerged as potential landing spots for the 25-year-old wing, who cleared waivers on Wednesday and is eligible to sign as a free agent or on a two-way deal.

The Lakers released their 2024 first-round pick to finalize their 15-man roster after failed trade negotiations, including talks with Milwaukee. Knecht saw his playing time decrease to 4.2 points per game under head coach JJ Redick last season, but several teams are now evaluating him as a low-risk perimeter scoring option.

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