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Lakers trade talks involve Dalton Knecht and major players in NBA proposal

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 3:17 PM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Lakers trade talks involve Dalton Knecht and major players in NBA proposal
Summary

Dalton Knecht is expected to be traded by the Los Angeles Lakers ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. Following a decline in his playing time, the Lakers selected Cameron Carr in the first round of the recent draft, signaling a potential move for Knecht. A proposed three-team trade would send Knecht to the Utah Jazz, involving significant players like LeBron James and Deandre Ayton. The deal is part of broader discussions as teams seek to reshape their rosters before the next season.

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  • •Dalton Knecht expected to be traded by Lakers this summer.
  • •Knecht's playing time diminished significantly last season.
  • •Lakers drafted Cameron Carr, indicating Knecht's potential departure.
  • •Proposed trade includes LeBron James and Deandre Ayton.
  • •Trade could impact multiple teams' rosters going forward.
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  • 3:17 PMYahoo Sports — Dalton Knecht involved in blockbuster deal with a major impact on the league in latest NBA trade proposal
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Former Tennessee Volunteers guard Dalton Knecht is expected to be traded by the Los Angeles Lakers before the 2026-27 NBA season.

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