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Lakers cut Dalton Knecht ahead of Warriors opener
Lakers coach JJ Redick hints Dalton Knecht will be waived before Warriors season opener.
In brief
Lakers coach JJ Redick hints Dalton Knecht will be waived before Warriors season opener. Lakers coach JJ Redick says Dalton Knecht will likely be waived as the team cuts from 16 to 15 players ahead of Warriors season opener. Originally reported by California Post.
Lakers trim roster
The Lakers must trade or waive a player before Opening Night to reduce the team from 16 to 15 players.
Redick names Dalton Knecht
Coach JJ Redick says Dalton Knecht is expected to be the odd man out as the Lakers add wings and he's in a tough spot.
“I think the biggest thing is the team changed. The team changed. Needs changed, the fit changed.”
Knecht likely waived
Knecht was traded to Hornets in February 2025 but the deal was rescinded, so he may be waived ahead of Warriors season opener.
What matters most
Lakers coach JJ Redick says Dalton Knecht will likely be waived as the team cuts from 16 to 15 players ahead of Warriors season opener.
