Lakers weigh trading Dalton Knecht to sign free agent Bruce Brown

The Los Angeles Lakers are considering roster moves that include trading Dalton Knecht to create salary cap space. Reports suggest the franchise intends to find a team to develop the 25-year-old wing due to his limited impact over two seasons. Clearing Knecht, along with potential deals for players like Hardy or offloading the contract of Bronny James, could provide the Lakers the flexibility required to sign free agent Bruce Brown. Brown remains available this September after completing a season with the Denver Nuggets where he averaged 7.9 points and 3.9 rebounds. While the Lakers recently missed out on signing Jonathan Kuminga, adding a versatile veteran like Brown could address the team's needs before the 2026-27 season. The front office currently lacks significant draft capital to facilitate major trades.

• 6:12 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers predicted to cut ties with Dalton Knecht, sign former Nuggets NBA champion forward