Overview

• Justin Robinson joins the Lakers after three seasons as Duke’s director of player development.
• He is tasked with advancing the skills of Dalton Knecht, Bronny James and second-round pick Adou Thiero.
• The move builds on the player growth framework established by JJ Redick last summer.
• It leverages Duke’s recent success in producing NBA lottery talent to optimize roster construction under the new CBA.
• Dalton Knecht has been undertaking three-a-day workouts since the playoff exit to accelerate his Year 2 impact.