Dalton Knecht

2024 - 6 - 27

LA Lakers Score Big with Dalton Knecht: From SEC Player of the Year to NBA Star

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Find out how the LA Lakers made an epic pick with Tennessee's Dalton Knecht in the 2024 NBA Draft!

The LA Lakers made waves in the 2024 NBA Draft by selecting Tennessee's standout player, Dalton Knecht, with the 17th overall pick. Known for his scoring prowess, Knecht was the SEC Player of the Year for the Vols in the 2023-24 season, solidifying his position as a top prospect for the NBA. Lakers General Manager Rob Pelinka expressed astonishment at the opportunity to draft Knecht, emphasizing the immense value the player brings to the team alongside stars like LeBron James. With a successful college career that included stops at various institutions, Knecht's transition to the NBA is highly anticipated.

The choice of Knecht at number 17 has been hailed as a steal for the Lakers, with analysts and fans alike lauding the team's decision. Yahoo Sports personalities reacted positively to the selection, highlighting Knecht's potential impact on the Lakers' roster. His impressive stats, including an average of 21.7 points per game, make him a valuable addition to the team's lineup. Lakers executives expressed their excitement at the pick, recognizing Knecht as an extraordinary asset for the franchise.

On a night filled with surprises, Knecht's selection at number 17 by the Lakers stands out as a promising move for the team. As he transitions from college stardom to the NBA, all eyes are on Knecht as he embarks on a new chapter in his basketball career. With his skills and experience, Knecht is set to make a significant impact on the Lakers and the league as a whole, showcasing his talent on the big stage.

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LA Lakers pick Tennessee's Dalton Knecht with 17th pick in 2024 ... (USA TODAY)

Knecht was the 2023-24 SEC Player of the Year for the Vols, and now he heads to the NBA. Here's what to know.

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Lakers' Rob Pelinka 'Would've never imagined' Dalton Knecht ... (Knoxville News Sentinel)

Los Angeles Lakers General Manager Rob Pelinka said Wednesday he was surprised Tennessee guard Dalton Knecht fell to L.A. at No. 17. Here's more:

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Colorado prep product Dalton Knecht taken 17th overall by Los ... (The Denver Post)

The Prairie View High School product, whose college path included stops at Northeastern Junior College (Sterling), Northern Colorado and Tennessee, was chosen ...

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Lakers get immense value in Dalton Knecht as Tennessee star ... (CBSSports.com)

One of the best scorers available in the 2024 NBA Draft, Knecht should be a perfect fit alongside LeBron.

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Why the Lakers got a 'steal' with Dalton Knecht with 17th overall pick (Yahoo Sports)

Yahoo Sports' Isis Young, Krysten Peek, Lamar Hurd and Tom Haberstroh react to Los Angeles taking the Tennessee scorer in the 2024 NBA draft.

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NBA draft: Lakers select Tennessee's Dalton Knecht with 1st-round ... (OCRegister)

The 2023-24 SEC Player of the Year, Knecht averaged 21.7 points, 4.9 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 36 games with the Volunteers. He shot 39.7% from 3-point ...

Lakers add Dalton Knecht, Kings grab Devin Carter as NBA's Pacific ... (WTOP)

PHOENIX (AP) — The NBA's Pacific Division wasn't the destination for 18-year-old phenoms during the draft's first round on Wednesday night. Instead…

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Lakers thrilled with Dalton Knecht pick - 'Extraordinary' value - ESPN (ESPN Australia)

"In my mind, there is no way a player like this will be available for us to pick on draft night," Lakers vice president of basketball operations and general ...

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Dalton Knecht moving on from the Vols to the Lakers | Chattanooga ... (Chattanooga Times Free Press)

Tennessee basketball star Dalton Knecht's skills are taking him back across the country to begin his NBA career.

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NBA Draft: Lakers select Tennessee star Dalton Knecht with No. 17 ... (Yahoo Sports)

Dalton Knecht, 23, was the oldest player selected in the draft when the Lakers picked him at No. 17.

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NBA draft: Lakers select Tennessee's Dalton Knecht with 1st-round ... (LA Daily News)

The 2023-24 SEC Player of the Year, Knecht averaged 21.7 points, 4.9 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 36 games with the Volunteers. He shot 39.7% from 3-point ...

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Lakers Fans Praise Dalton Knecht NBA Draft Pick for Getting LeBron ... (Bleacher Report)

The Los Angeles Lakers used the No. 17 pick of the 2024 NBA Draft to add shooting help for LeBron James and Anthony Davis. The Lakers used their ...

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Lakers add Dalton Knecht with No. 17 pick in 2024 NBA Draft (NBC Southern California)

The Los Angeles Lakers took Tennessee scorer Dalton Knecht at No. 17 on Wednesday night during the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft.

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2024 NBA Draft: Is Lakers draftee Dalton Knecht perfect for JJ ... (CBSSports.com)

Rob Pelinka made it abundantly clear that he believes Knecht was a steal at No. 17.

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2024 NBA Draft: Zach Edey and Lakers draft pick Dalton Knecht ... (Yahoo Sports)

Surrounded by questions in an underwhelming draft, the two prospects surprised on draft night in completely different ways.

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Dalton Knecht NBA Draft Scouting Report: Pro Comparison ... (Bleacher Report)

Tennessee star Dalton Knecht added another achievement to his improbable basketball journey as the Los Angeles Lakers selected him with the 17th overall ...

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The Lakers land NBA Draft steal as Dalton Knecht slips to them at ... (The Athletic)

After much speculation as to how they'd handle their first-round pick, the Lakers wound up with the Tennessee star they'd ranked in top 10.

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Dalton Knecht not picked top 10 in NBA Draft, selected 17th by Los ... (WBIR.com)

Knecht is the highest-drafted University of Tennessee basketball player since Marcus Haislipin in 2002 when he was taken 13th overall by the Milwaukee Bucks.

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#NDProud: Fargo Born Dalton Knecht Drafted No. 17 by LA Lakers ... (KVRR)

PHOENIX (AP/KVRR) — The NBA's Pacific Division wasn't the destination for 18-year-old phenoms during the draft's first round on Wednesday night.

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Former Prairie View Star Dalton Knecht Drafted by Los Angeles ... (CHSAA Now)

AURORA - Dalton Knecht, a member of Prairie View's 2019 graduating class, has been selected by the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the 2024 NBA ...

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Dalton Knecht Comments on LeBron James Connection Before ... (Sports Illustrated)

Dalton Knecht was drafted in the first round by 17-time NBA champions, the Los Angeles Lakers. LeBron James heard about Knecht before the draft.

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Scouting Lakers 1st Round Pick Dalton Knecht: Is he an NBA Scorer ... (13newsnow.com WVEC)

The consensus opinion coming out of the first round of the NBA Draft was that the Lakers picked up, if not a steal of the night, a steal in Dalton Knecht.

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