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Timberwolves Miss Out on Former Lakers First-Round Pick After Knicks Deal

The Timberwolves had an opportunity to add a former Lakers first-round pick, but an unexpected development changed their plans.

By Alder Almo · HEAVY

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 5:59 PM

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Dalton Knecht agreed to a two-way contract with the New York Knicks after being pursued by the Timberwolves.
The deal is a two-way contract finalized after Knecht was waived by the Los Angeles Lakers.
Minnesota had an open two-way spot available after waiving Enrique Freeman on October 17.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves missed out on signing Dalton Knecht after the former Los Angeles Lakers first-round pick agreed to a two-way contract with the New York Knicks. Knecht's agents confirmed the deal following his release by Los Angeles earlier in the week. Minnesota, Cleveland, and Sacramento had also expressed interest in the 25-year-old wing.

Minnesota created an open two-way slot by waiving Enrique Freeman on October 17, but New York cleared roster space by waiving Kevin McCullar Jr. to secure Knecht. Selected 17th overall in 2024, Knecht struggled last season with the Lakers after a collapsed trade to Charlotte disrupted his early momentum.

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