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Dalton Knecht Struggles in Summer League After Intensive Offseason Workouts

His rough Summer League opening, highlighted by a 3-for-13 shooting night, raises doubts about his role on a Lakers roster built for a title run.

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Overview

  • Since the season ended he has been logging three-a-day workouts to refine his shooting, add muscle and improve his defense.
  • In his Summer League debut he scored 10 points on 3-for-13 shooting with an 0-for-6 mark from three in an 89-87 loss to the Warriors.
  • Following the game he acknowledged feeling rust, praised his teammates’ effort and vowed to play with more confidence in his next outing.
  • He averaged 9.1 points over 78 games as a rookie and recorded career-high outputs of 37 and 32 points that showcased his scoring potential.
  • With the Lakers focused on veteran talent to complement Luka Doncic, his place on the roster remains unsettled amid ongoing trade speculation.