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Lakers pursue trade for Dalton Knecht in potential three-team deal

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 4:11 PM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Lakers pursue trade for Dalton Knecht in potential three-team deal
Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly aiming to trade Dalton Knecht and other assets for former Warriors Jonathan Kuminga and Klay Thompson in a potential three-team deal. The Lakers have sought to bolster their roster after a disappointing last season and have targeted several prominent players. Kuminga is reportedly resistant to minimum-salary offers from other teams, while Thompson has expressed interest in returning to Los Angeles. The proposed deal would involve multiple players and draft picks, reshaping the team's trajectory in the Western Conference if completed.

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  • •Lakers explore trading Dalton Knecht for Jonathan Kuminga and Klay Thompson.
  • •Proposed deal includes Bronny James and multiple draft picks.
  • •Thompson reportedly open to returning to Los Angeles.
  • •Kuminga declines minimum-salary offers from other teams.
  • •Strategy shows Lakers aiming for a deeper playoff run next season.
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  • 4:11 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers predicted to trade Dalton Knecht for $346M ex-Warriors championship duo in 3-team deal
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The Los Angeles Lakers have been trying to trade for some known names. In this potential deal, they trade Dalton Knecht and others for a five-time NBA championship duo.

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