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Lakers' Dalton Knecht impresses NBA fans, Bronny James struggles with win against Bucks | News, results, highlights, statistics and rumors

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Lakers' Dalton Knecht impresses NBA fans, Bronny James struggles with win against Bucks | News, results, highlights, statistics and rumors

PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 06: Dalton Knecht #4 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks for an opening against Royce O'Neale #00 of the Phoenix Suns in the second quarter at Acrisure Arena on October 06, 2024 in Palm Springs, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is agreeing to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

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While one Los Angeles Lakers rookie impressed on Thursday, another struggled.

Dalton Knecht, the Lakers' No. 17 overall pick from Tennessee, scored 13 points, eight points and four assists in Los Angeles' 107-102 preseason win over the Milwaukee Bucks. Knecht looked solid in his 34 minutes off the bench and should give Lakers fans confidence that he can be productive early.

While Knecht showed good numbers, Bronny James didn't have much to show for the win. The second-round pick went 0 of 4 from the field and 0 of 2 from deep and failed to get on the board in his six minutes.

James hasn't had quite as much time on the floor as Knecht, so perhaps the son of the legendary LeBron James will find his rhythm as the preseason progresses.

After the third preseason game in Los Angeles, fans cheered Knecht but recognized that James still has a lot of work to do.

Dan Woike @DanWoikeSports

Dalton Knecht's competitiveness on the glass and on defense was not perfect in this game, but it was exactly what the coaching staff expected from him. He is obviously an offensively competent player.

Mike Garcia @CanyonDriver

After a few games, I liked how Knecht was able to find ways to contribute without the high stakes he had at the NCAA level. He defends the rim as a low man, attacks the glass on both ends, plays hard defensively and doesn't directly force shots.

🅱️ @b3ngiii

Dalton Knecht named rookie of the year.

No face, no case @dumb, deaf and blind

Dalton Knecht smooth

Sports & Sporks @SportsandSporks

Dalton Knecht is ready for the NBA.
This season a star comes to life in LA⭐️#LakeShow

💡 @Khalilxblue

Even Dalton Knecht's misses look like they should go in. Once he gets used to the NBA pace, it's over.

User Susan @user_susan

Dalton Knecht doesn't play like a rookie

Dane @I'm JDane

Bronny isn't ready yet. I'm not saying he can't do it, but he's not ready right now

Yanisphia @Yanisphia

Bronny needs to be decisive when attacking the basket. He doesn't seem to have any talent on offense at all. He has good shooting form, but I don't think his athleticism is used much.
He is fast and nimble, but uses his abilities to the fullest. Only during defense.

Bo 🐃 @bozackery

I would be surprised if Bronny James averages 4 PPG in the G-League.

Trendsetta @DRtheSETTA

Listen, I love Bronny, but it's time for the brother to go to the G League @Lakers He needs time to grow, not NBA ready like Dalton!

It's no surprise that Knecht is making an early impact in the NBA after the season he had for the Vols last year. The SEC Player of the Year averaged 21.7 points and 4.9 rebounds per game while leading Tennessee to an SEC regular-season title and its first Elite Eight appearance since 2010.

James, like most second-round picks, was expected to need a little more time to develop. After the preseason, he will likely spend some time in the G League to continue working on his game before hopefully finding a spot on the Lakers' roster.

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