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Knecht's strong 4th quarter delights fans as Bronny and Lakers lose to Warriors in preseason | News, results, highlights, statistics and rumors

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Knecht's strong 4th quarter delights fans as Bronny and Lakers lose to Warriors in preseason | News, results, highlights, statistics and rumors

PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 04: Bronny James #9 and Dalton Knecht #4 of the Los Angeles Lakers look on during the second half of a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Acrisure Arena on October 04, 2024 in Palm Springs, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

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The Los Angeles Lakers fell to 1-3 in their preseason with a 111-97 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday.

Aside from Anthony Davis' 24 points, there wasn't much for the Lakers' stars to show in the loss as they had limited minutes.

Among rookies, the Lakers' first-round pick Dalton Knecht scored 19 points on 6 of 15 from the field, starting slowly but finishing with decent numbers. Second-round pick Bronny James didn't see the field until the fourth quarter and fans were excited to see him come into the game.

Dave McMenamin @Mcten

A “Bronny” chant and a warm ovation here in the 4th Q as the Lakers rookie checks in for the first time tonight pic.twitter.com/3w7OmsPYeX

James scored two points in nine minutes on 1 of 5 from the field.

After the loss, fans were happy to see Knecht find his rhythm late in the game.

Lakers Nation @Lakers Nation

3 more from Knecht! Keep shooting, young guy

Lakers Nation @Lakers Nation

Knecht finished the evening strong

Edwin García @ECreates88

Dalton Knecht caught fire here in the fourth round.

Caitlin Marie 🙂 @Cat likes sports

Dalton Knecht will end up being one of the best players in the draft

Witness King James @WITNESS SKJ

Man, Dalton Knecht has it.

Mike Trudell @LakersReporter

Dalton Knecht heated up late in the 4th Q and has 19 points on 6 of 13 FGs with 5 made triples and 1 minute of playing time.

Leadership of the Lakers @LakersLead

DALTON KNECHT TONIGHT
🛜 21 minutes
🛜 19 points
🛜 2 bargains
🛜 6/15 fg
🛜 5/13 3pt
How high is his ceiling? pic.twitter.com/Z4hd7OgBiY

Does it matter? @Ushould_follow

Dalton Knecht is a rookie and already the Lakers' best shooter

Edwin García @ECreates88

The Lakers lost 111-97 to the Warriors. AD was incredible, with 24 points and 12 rebounds. Rui Hachimurta had 15 points and 9 rebounds. Dalton Knecht struggled most of the game, but had a strong fourth and finished the night with 19 points. The 3-point shooting was tough, 11-40 as a team.

Knecht showed on Tuesday that if he finds his rhythm, he can be a major offensive spark off the bench. The question will be whether he can shake off the slow starts and put together strong games from start to finish.

Slow starts have been more of an issue for Knecht in preparation for the season so far. This could simply be the nerves that come with being a rookie in the NBA. As he gains more experience, it wouldn't be a surprise to see Knecht put his name in the running for Rookie of the Year.

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