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Lakers waive Dalton Knecht; four teams show interest

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 1:25 AM

Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Lakers waive Dalton Knecht; four teams show interest

Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers waived Dalton Knecht, a former first-round pick, earlier this week. Following his release, interest in Knecht has grown, with the New York Knicks, Minnesota Timberwolves, Sacramento Kings, and Toronto Raptors reportedly looking to add him. Knecht, who averaged 4.2 points last season, is eligible for a two-way contract as teams consider low-risk acquisitions. The Lakers are now focused on finalizing their roster ahead of the regular season, which complicates Knecht's prospects for a new opportunity.

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By the Numbers

•Dalton Knecht was waived by the Lakers before the regular season.
•The Knicks, Timberwolves, Kings, and Raptors have shown interest.
•Knecht averaged 4.2 points over 54 appearances last season.
•He is eligible for a two-way contract opportunity.
•The Lakers are finalizing their roster before the season starts.

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1:25 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers Watch Dalton Knecht’s Suitors Grow to 4 Teams After Release

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Dalton Knecht's Lakers exit takes another turn as four NBA teams reportedly show interest in the former first-round pick. The post Lakers Watch Dalton Knecht’s Suitors Grow to 4 Teams After Release appeared first on HEAVY.
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