Quick Bytes
- Lakers select Dalton Knecht as the 17th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft.
- Knecht was a top-10 prospect and SEC Player of the Year with impressive stats.
- Lakers’ staff, including JJ Redick, excited to integrate Knecht’s shooting skills.
- Lakers are also pursuing former coaches Dwane Casey and Jacque Vaughn for their staff.
Lakers Score Big with Dalton Knecht in NBA Draft
In a surprising turn of events, the Los Angeles Lakers secured Tennessee wing Dalton Knecht with the 17th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, a move that has the team and fans buzzing with excitement.
Rob Pelinka, the Lakers’ General Manager, expressed his delight in a post-draft interview, revealing that Knecht was unanimously ranked as a top-10 player by their scouts. The Lakers had not anticipated Knecht’s availability at the 17th pick, making his selection a significant win for the team. Knecht’s impressive college performance, including an average of 21.7 points and a 39.7% three-point shooting rate, positions him as a valuable addition to the Lakers’ roster.
The Lakers’ coaching staff, now featuring JJ Redick, is eager to leverage Knecht’s movement shooting abilities. With plans already in motion to incorporate him into the team’s strategies, Knecht is poised to make an immediate impact. Additionally, the Lakers are actively seeking to bolster their coaching lineup with experienced names like Dwane Casey and Jacque Vaughn, indicating a strong commitment to the team’s future success.
Image Credits
- Getty Images: Dalton Knecht in action during a basketball game.
