Lakers predicted to cut ties with Dalton Knecht, acquire $175 million two-time MVP

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The Lakers are expected to part ways with Dalton Knecht after two disappointing seasons, focusing on acquiring a two-time MVP valued at $175 million.

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Lakers expected to part ways with Dalton Knecht
Knecht had two disappointing seasons with limited playtime
Lakers targeting a two-time MVP valued at $175 million

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Dalton Knecht’s time with the Los Angeles Lakers should be finished after two lackluster seasons.

The former No. 17 overall pick no longer appears to be a part of Los Angeles’ long-term plans, as he was glued to the franchise's bench for a good portion of the year.

ClutchPoints’ Jedd Pagaduan shares the same sentiment, prompting him to include him in a hypothetical blockbuster deal for a 31–year-old two-time MVP.

"(Giannis) Antetokounmpo has been on the trade block for a while now, and it's clear that the Milwaukee Bucks are going nowhere fast in the next few years,” Pagaduan wrote Tuesday. “Meanwhile, Giannis has expressed a constant desire to compete for titles.”

“Perhaps teaming up with () Doncic would give him that opportunity, although the Lakers are going to have to compete with other Antetokounmpo suitors and they may not have enough in the way of assets to pull off a trade of such magnitude.”

Q&A

Why are the Lakers cutting ties with Dalton Knecht?

The Lakers are cutting ties with Dalton Knecht due to his lackluster performance and limited playing time over the past two seasons.

Who is the two-time MVP the Lakers are looking to acquire?

The Lakers are reportedly targeting a 31-year-old two-time MVP as part of a potential blockbuster trade.

What was Dalton Knecht's draft position and how has he performed?

Dalton Knecht was selected as the No. 17 overall pick but has struggled to make an impact during his time with the Lakers.