Dalton Knecht Breaks Silence After Tumultuous Lakers Run Ends

Los Angeles Lakers forward Dalton Knecht expressed gratitude and class in a heartfelt Facebook message after being waived by the franchise on Monday in their final roster move before the 2026-27 season. Reflecting on a tumultuous two-year run with the purple and gold since being drafted No. 17 overall in 2024, the 25-year-old thanked the organization, teammates, and fans, stating that his release is simply the beginning of another chapter as he looks to carve out a role elsewhere.