Lakers Waive 2024 First-Round Pick Dalton Knecht Ahead of Season Opener
Los Angeles trimmed its roster down to the mandatory 15-man limit by letting go of the rookie forward.
The Los Angeles Lakers have made an abrupt cut ahead of the regular season, waiving 2024 first-round selection Dalton Knecht.
According to a report from Yahoo Sports NBA, the move was made to bring the Lakers into compliance with the league-mandated 15-player roster limit before opening night.
The transaction marks an abrupt exit for Knecht, concluding the young forward's push to secure a spot and carve out a role in the rotation.
Reported by: Yahoo Sports NBA
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