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Did Dalton Knecht play in Lakers-Rockets Game 1?
TL;DR
Dalton Knecht did not play in Game 1 of the Lakers-Rockets playoff series due to a coach's decision. The Lakers won the game 107-98 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
Key points
- Dalton Knecht did not play due to a coach's decision
- Lakers won Game 1 against the Rockets 107-98
- Luke Kennard scored 27 points for the Lakers
Los Angeles LakersHouston RocketsDalton KnechtLeBron James
No. 4 seed Los Angeles defeated No. 5 seed Houston, 107-98, Saturday in Game 1 of the NBA playoffs first round at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California.
Former Tennessee basketball player Dalton Knecht did not play for the Lakers due to a coach's decision.
Luke Kennard, a trade deadline acquisition, scored 27 points for the Lakers. LeBron James recorded a double-double, totaling 19 points, 13 assists and eight rebounds. Deandre Ayton also scored 19 points for Los Angeles. Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic were inactive.
Knecht was selected in the first round of the 2024 NBA draft (No. 17) by the Lakers.
He transferred to Tennessee from Northern Colorado and played for the Vols during the 2023-24 season under head coach Rick Barnes.
Q&A
Why didn't Dalton Knecht play in the Lakers-Rockets Game 1?
Dalton Knecht did not play due to a coach's decision.
What was the final score of the Lakers-Rockets Game 1?
The Lakers defeated the Rockets 107-98 in Game 1.
Who were the standout players in the Lakers-Rockets Game 1?
Luke Kennard scored 27 points, while LeBron James recorded a double-double with 19 points and 13 assists.
