Lakers discuss potential trade involving Dalton Knecht and Ben Sheppard
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 10:08 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly considering a trade involving Dalton Knecht and the Indiana Pacers as part of their offseason strategy. An Indiana Pacers beat writer suggested a proposal where Knecht would join the Pacers in exchange for Ben Sheppard and a second-round pick. Knecht, who has struggled to find consistent playing time, averaged 4.2 points this season, while Sheppard has shown promise as a 3-and-D player for the Pacers. With offseason moves approaching, the Lakers look to strengthen their roster, especially with bench depth in mind.
- •Dalton Knecht has struggled for minutes with the Lakers.
- •Ben Sheppard is valued for his shooting and versatility.
- •Knecht's contract includes a club option for 2027-28.
- •Sheppard averaged 7.1 points per game in the last season.
- •Offseason trades could reshape both teams' strategies.
- 10:08 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers’ Dalton Knecht Linked to Pacers in Promising Swap
"Aside from the monumental free agency decisions the Los Angeles Lakers will have to make, they’ll also need to consider moves to fortify their bench. An Indiana Pacers beat writer has tapped Dalton Knecht as a potential offseason target, formulating a proposal that sees the Lakers acquire an intriguing two-way wing. Lakers' Dalton Knecht Linked …
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