Lakers weigh roster decision as Dalton Knecht faces uncertain future
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 3:48 PM
Last updated Oct 13, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers must soon decide on their roster as training camp concludes, with Dalton Knecht likely to be the player released. Reports indicate that Knecht's preseason performance has not met expectations, making him the frontrunner for waiver. A trade is a possibility, but challenges exist due to the lack of available roster spots across the league. If waived, Knecht faces a difficult road in finding a new team, although he still has the potential to contribute as a shooter.
- •Lakers have one player over the NBA roster limit.
- •Dalton Knecht is expected to be waived based on preseason performance.
- •A consolidation trade could involve Knecht to clear roster space.
- •Knecht will struggle to find a new team if released.
- 3:48 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers' Dalton Knecht gets brutal roster update as NBA future takes turn for the worse
"The Los Angeles Lakers are going to have to make a roster decision very soon. Dalton Knecht is more than likely going to be the odd man out, but it also will be a potential nightmare for his NBA future.
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