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Lakers Assign Dalton Knecht and Adou Thiero to G League as Redick Sets Playing-Time Plan

The stint gives Knecht game reps after a reduced role, potentially influencing choices before the Feb. 5 trade deadline.

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 30: Jake LaRavia #12 and Dalton Knecht #4 of the Los Angeles Lakers help Luka Doncic #77 up after a foul by Trey Alexander #23 of the New Orleans Pelicans during a 133-121 Lakers win at Crypto.com Arena on November 30, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
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Nov 30, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Dalton Knecht (4) controls the ball against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Los Angeles officially sent second-year wing Dalton Knecht and rookie forward Adou Thiero to the South Bay Lakers, marking Knecht’s first G League assignment.
  • Head coach JJ Redick said the staff wanted Knecht to play, described the move as a chance to regain rhythm, and noted he expects Knecht to help the NBA club at some point.
  • Redick said the front office communicated the plan to Knecht and his agents in advance, and he planned to attend South Bay’s home game on Dec. 16.
  • Knecht has averaged 6.4 points and 1.9 rebounds in 15.1 minutes across 20 NBA games this season as veterans have taken his rotation spot.
  • Reports continue to link the Lakers to shopping Knecht before the Feb. 5 deadline, while short-term needs such as Austin Reaves’ calf absence could prompt recalls.