While the rookies tend to draw most of the attention, there are returnees who really need to make a positive impression in Las Vegas.

Heading into his sophomore season, Dalton Knecht was a player to keep an eye on for the Los Angeles Lakers during Summer League as teams expect second-year players to show considerable development.

LAS VEGAS — A game-high 24 points from 2024 first-round pick Terrence Shannon Jr. and a strong showing from their second unit led the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 94-83 win over the Denver Nuggets in a NBA2K26 Summer League battle at Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas on Saturday night.

Lakers Announce Dalton Knecht Update After Leaving Summer League Game originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht is playing in NBA Summer League action ahead of his second professional campaign. Despite appearing in 78 of LA's 82 games last season, Knecht saw his role fluctuate quite a bit during his rookie year.

Dalton Knecht’s promising Summer League performance for the Lakers was cut short by a sudden injury during their latest clash.

L.A.'s duo of Dalton Knecht and Darius Bazley takes over late to headline 10 standout performances from Tuesday.

Lakers forward Dalton Knecht bounces back from a slow start with a 25-point breakout in NBA Summer League, silencing early critics.

Despite his recent form and healthy presence, Lakers Nation reported that Dalton Knecht will be out of the rotation for now.

Heading into his sophomore season, Dalton Knecht was a player to keep an eye on for the Los Angeles Lakers during Summer League as teams expect second-year players to show considerable development.