Lakers Pushed to Cut Ties With 6’6″ SF Who is ‘Not Doing Anyone Any Favors’
The Lakers are pushed to cut ties with a 6'6" small forward who is “not doing anyone any favors” in his current situation. The post Lakers Pushed to Cut Ties With 6’6″ SF Who is ‘Not Doing Anyone Any Favors’ appeared first on HEAVY.
In the final days of the Los Angeles Lakers' offseason, the team is facing a decision on the future of former first-round pick Dalton Knecht. The 25-year-old forward has struggled to make an impact, with his performance regressing from his promising rookie season. As the team has 16 players under contract, exceeding the NBA's limit by one, Knecht may be the next player waived.
Lakers advisor Grant Mona suggests that while Knecht's trade value is limited due to his size and lack of production, teams might be interested in his upside potential. However, the Lakers are not in a position to give away assets, which makes keeping him on the roster without a clear role for him unwise. Recent reports indicate that the Lakers are exploring trade options for Knecht and veteran forward Jarred Vanderbilt, but so far, no teams have shown interest.
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