Dalton Knecht has been stuck in limbo with the Los Angeles Lakers ever since Mark Williams failed his physical. Sliding down the depth chart, receiving DNPs, being the constant subject of trade speculation — it hasn't been easy for Knecht.
The Los Angeles Lakers have assigned guard Dalton Knecht and forward Adou Thiero to the South Bay Lakers. I believe its Knecht’s first assignment this year
— Dan Woike (@DanWoikeSports) December 15, 2025
Earlier in the week, Knecht's fall from grace got to the point of being assigned to South Bay.