The Los Angeles Lakers have had their ups and downs so far this season, but one positive that has stood out in a big way is rookie Dalton Knecht. The guard has thrived all year long, but especially as a starter as he has averaged 19.7 points on 47.6% shooting from 3-point range in those seven games.
Knecht’s first starts came due to Rui Hachimura being out because of injury, but head coach JJ Redick recently re-inserted the rookie into the starting lineup and he has responded by leading the Lakers with 20 points in each of the last two contests.