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“Dalton walked so Bronny can run”, “He doesn’t like you” – NBA Fans Roast LeBron James For Hyping Dalton Knecht’s Knicks Run After LA Waive

Dalton Knecht impressed in his debut for the New York Knicks on Friday as the reigning champions beat the Chicago Bulls 135-105.

By Arian Kashyap · Sportskeeda

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 3:47 AM

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NBA fans roasted LeBron James for publicly supporting Dalton Knecht following the forward's Lakers exit.
Supporters accused James of influencing Los Angeles to waive Knecht while keeping his son Bronny James.
Knecht made his New York Knicks debut after signing a two-way contract on October 23.

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NBA fans criticized LeBron James on social media after he posted a supportive comment celebrating Dalton Knecht's debut with the New York Knicks. Some supporters accused James of influencing the Los Angeles Lakers to waive Knecht while retaining his son, Bronny James, on the roster.

Knecht, who joined the Knicks on a two-way deal, posted 10 points and seven rebounds in 16 minutes during a 135-105 win over the Chicago Bulls. Fans reacted negatively to James writing "YESSIR!!!" under Knecht's post following the forward's departure from Los Angeles.

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