Competition is good for the Lakers bench, but you can tell by JJ's comments, he loves Dalton Knecht's potential. He just reiterated to Reggie Miller and the media that DK is absolutely in the top 1% of shooters. His quick and high release allows him to get his shot easily and he can catch and shoot, create his own shot, step back 3, off picks etc........he can get a bucket easily which off the bench is valuable skillset.
Yup. There will be growing pains, just like with most rookies. But JJ has been openly intrigued and excited by Knecht since the moment they drafted him. And I get why. He's clearly an NBA player, and as ready as most rookies can reasonably be. Appreciate you watching. AK
Cam played well enough to clear some roster space. Think this game was about him walking the plank. Bless him he tried hard. He can make more money being Ohtani of the Big 3
I'm not saying he's Kobe but it brings back memories of Kobe throwing up air balls against Utah in the Playoffs. They both are not afraid to be great. Again not saying he will be Kobe but he potentially could be a huge surprise.
That Knecht Kid was a fun watch in the 4th and Overtime. He does have potential to be a good team defender, He's so athletic. He would be great on the court with Vanderbilt, his offense would free Vando up to create havoc. Most impressive is to see JJ's fingerprints on this team so early. They really seem to playing for each other. I know there are a lot of JJ haters but I love his coaching potential. He intuitive and knowledgable.
The frustration with AD on the offensive end is that he is super talented and is capable of dominating like he did last night. Where fans like me get frustrated is the nights where he doesn't take the bull by the horns and assert himself when the team needs him to. He floats, gets lost, and isn't aggressive. Yes the bar is high for AD but that's because he's capable of dominating like few bigs can in the league today.
I love cam reddish his defense when he starts to ramp up is going to be crucial especially when added to vando! I expect lakers will be at least a top 10 defensive team in the league this year
definitely very noticeable increase effort on the offensive glass u saw reddish and jhs a lot more active crashing from the corner this time and even if they didnt get the rebound they tipped the ball so another player could. the suns also had to start sending more people to box let out like you guys mentioned before so i imagine this what jj had in mind. also the knecht offense was amazing but we knew that already. ive been specifically watching him defensively since the preseason started and every game he cuts out more and more bad habits. at one point this game he legitimately was guarding bradley beal in space moved his legs to cut him off and blocked him. ive been very impressed with the improvement
One aspect to Knecht is he's a gym rat basketball that just wants to ball and compete, I haven't seen that in Christie, Bronny, JHS and even Reddick. Knecht has the potential to carry a team. Have you ever seen Christie, Bronny or JHS put on a display like what Knecht did last night, not even in high school or college. The most points Bronny scored in a high school game was 25, JHS scored 29 in a high school game. Max Christie had 51 high score in High School, but has never come close to what Knecht did last night in an NBA game. Knecht has the highest ceiling. The eye test is obvious. Knecht had multiple 30 plus point games in college. Bronny score 120 points his entire season at USC total for the year.
Vanderbilt is a liability to the offense because somebody has gotta be a consistent corner shooter. 1-Way Player, defense only because 2-Guard Austin Reaves hates the role of frequent corner shooter too.
🏀 - Knecht 4 is an Athletic Baller that can score on All 3 Levels!!! I think We can use Him similar to the way We used Melo 3 Years ago (Give US 15ish Points a Game in 12-20 Min) 🏀 - Reddish is Our Low Budget Vando til He Returns and should be the 1st Sub in The Game @ SF when LBJ sits down @ The 6ish Min Mark (Give US High Energy/Good Defense and 4-8 Points). 🏀 - FINO will most likely be Traded @ The Deadline bcuz I think The Bright 🎥 Lights in L🌴A are too much for Him (Olivari is currently better than FINO & Bronny on Both Ends).
I thought hayes did good job rebounding last nite 9 rebs in 22 minutes also 2asst 1 blk If we could get that every game would be great help. Reaves 8 knecht 7, also what we need. Dlo had bad shooting game but 10 asst
33:30 this was one of the inexcusable constant brain farts of Ham last season. A coach that doesn't notice one of his top 2 best players not getting the ball for a whole quarter. No play calls no time outs no nothing.
Quincy didn’t play significant minutes I’m afraid the Lakers are going to blow it and lose him. If that happens Pelinka, et,al, are committing roster mal practice! They need to keep him, he has the potential to be their best 3pt shooter.
I’d keep reddish especially since vando seems always injured. I would try and trade dlo before the deadline though. We should not sign him to a new contract next offseason. He is just not worth it. Might as well get something in return
Why don't we, Brasil, bring back more older, experienced players like Gabriel Jesus, Richarlson, and Casimero along with Neymar. Those players can offer a spark and mentorship. Brasil is missing more experience and veterans, not just young talent.
Kamenetzky bros, I'm disappointed in both of your analysis. To be clear, because DK went off against scrubs in OT, you want to have him guard KD all game like Cam was tasked to do (and did admirably!)? 🤔 Offense sells tickets but defense wins games. Stop trying to score ourselves to victory. Lakers have ONLY won a chip with a strong defense.
@deddiev1718, you are seriously undervaluing the defensive contributions of Shaq, Kobe, Magic and Kareem. Remind me which teams/players hunted for these players again?
I’ve been quiet, no need to over speak on the negative. Lakers best player is still precariously 40 years young Bron, defense on the perimeter is still putrid with only the beleaguered Reddish decent, but Dalton is real! JJ might not be the best coach for a ring but he is the best coach for Dalton. I look forward to an entertaining and competitive season. Flawed roster and all👍🏿
Max comes off a curl on the perimeter……. passes up a good look from 3(the type we need to space the floor) Actually does a decent rip through and gets a step on his man to the basket for a lay-up….. instead kicks it out to a non-shooter…. Shooter misses, fastbreak ensues. Is last man on the break and instead of using his athleticism and verticality he jumps out the way. Against a guard. This all happened in one play and is a microcosm of why I can not stand watching Max Christie play basketball. His ball IQ is TEH. RI. BULL. He’s scared to take the shots he’s supposed to and when he does, he doesn’t make them. Max christie is cam reddish with a better reputation. Even with how wild Cam can be on defense, he’s still better at staying in front of his man and walling them off on ball. There’s a reason he started on KD and not Max. I’m calling it now, just like last year, max will start off with the lionshare of opportunities in the rotation and slowly lose them. Least deserving hype for a player that I’ve seen in a long time. The trade has to be Rui/Max/JHS probably and hopefully that’s enough to pry some big away from a team. Rui and Max are the lowest IQ players by far in the rotation.
@@trevorwinn5012 it’s not about the game, if you ever watched him play’ he’s no project or lucky guy! He’s a baller and AR is a 8th man at best. But you fools love the image, he’s the lakers Kamala Harris!
High arching shot, quick release and athletic ability! We got a good one!
I never seen any player shoot the lights out like this kid I watched this televised game my mouth dropped with this young man's skill level😮😯😲💜💛💜💛💯
Knecht impacts the game unlike the others thus should be in rotation
That one shot on the sideline gave me ray allen vibes
That was sick. AK
same thing i say
Competition is good for the Lakers bench, but you can tell by JJ's comments, he loves Dalton Knecht's potential. He just reiterated to Reggie Miller and the media that DK is absolutely in the top 1% of shooters. His quick and high release allows him to get his shot easily and he can catch and shoot, create his own shot, step back 3, off picks etc........he can get a bucket easily which off the bench is valuable skillset.
Yup. There will be growing pains, just like with most rookies. But JJ has been openly intrigued and excited by Knecht since the moment they drafted him. And I get why. He's clearly an NBA player, and as ready as most rookies can reasonably be. Appreciate you watching. AK
Dalton better than every lakers player besides ad n LeBron
Cam played well enough to clear some roster space. Think this game was about him walking the plank.
Bless him he tried hard.
He can make more money being Ohtani of the Big 3
I'm not saying he's Kobe but it brings back memories of Kobe throwing up air balls against Utah in the Playoffs. They both are not afraid to be great. Again not saying he will be Kobe but he potentially could be a huge surprise.
That Knecht Kid was a fun watch in the 4th and Overtime. He does have potential to be a good team defender, He's so athletic. He would be great on the court with Vanderbilt, his offense would free Vando up to create havoc. Most impressive is to see JJ's fingerprints on this team so early. They really seem to playing for each other. I know there are a lot of JJ haters but I love his coaching potential. He intuitive and knowledgable.
lets go knect we got a gem
I understand they have no choice but to keep Bronny on the roster. But to not give Quincy Oliveri. Any playing time over JHS is ridiculous.
armel and bronny (highest plus minus!!) both looked better
JHS guarded well last night!
Knecht very good
Cam doing cardio
The guy that aquirers the talent,Palinka IS BRILLIANT !!!
Found Rob Pelinka’s burner 😂😂
Traore's defense and rebounding was great in the late 4th and OT🔥
If there was a preseason MVP it'd be AD🔥🔥
Thanks again Kambros.
Dalton Knecht is going to move up to 8th Man in the rotation because Austin Reaves and Max Christie are poor finishers of SET PLAYS FOR 3-POINTERS.
17 points scored combined during the 4th Quarter and overtime. 👍 Lakers 3rd Unit is awesome
The frustration with AD on the offensive end is that he is super talented and is capable of dominating like he did last night. Where fans like me get frustrated is the nights where he doesn't take the bull by the horns and assert himself when the team needs him to. He floats, gets lost, and isn't aggressive. Yes the bar is high for AD but that's because he's capable of dominating like few bigs can in the league today.
I love cam reddish his defense when he starts to ramp up is going to be crucial especially when added to vando! I expect lakers will be at least a top 10 defensive team in the league this year
Arkansan here.
That's fine but we go by Arkie as well
Kobe Bryant!!!!
Can someone explain why JHS was still playing despite all of the mistakes. Why can not we use Gabe Vincent more often to get things going?
Knecht over Cam all day and night. Cam plays ok defense but he doesn’t score enough.
definitely very noticeable increase effort on the offensive glass u saw reddish and jhs a lot more active crashing from the corner this time and even if they didnt get the rebound they tipped the ball so another player could. the suns also had to start sending more people to box let out like you guys mentioned before so i imagine this what jj had in mind. also the knecht offense was amazing but we knew that already. ive been specifically watching him defensively since the preseason started and every game he cuts out more and more bad habits. at one point this game he legitimately was guarding bradley beal in space moved his legs to cut him off and blocked him. ive been very impressed with the improvement
AD shooting 3s when open will force his defender (who is also the help against others) to play closer to him and open up the floor for everyone else!
In high school Vando avg around 28 points per game, 12 rebounds and 8 assists.
They should have a 10 man rotation on most nights. We have old players. They. Red to rest on the bench not during the game
One aspect to Knecht is he's a gym rat basketball that just wants to ball and compete, I haven't seen that in Christie, Bronny, JHS and even Reddick. Knecht has the potential to carry a team. Have you ever seen Christie, Bronny or JHS put on a display like what Knecht did last night, not even in high school or college. The most points Bronny scored in a high school game was 25, JHS scored 29 in a high school game. Max Christie had 51 high score in High School, but has never come close to what Knecht did last night in an NBA game. Knecht has the highest ceiling. The eye test is obvious. Knecht had multiple 30 plus point games in college. Bronny score 120 points his entire season at USC total for the year.
JH Mess! You guys are too much 😂😂😂
Go Lakers 🌊🏀🟣🟡💪🏼
CamBros. I also saw a good game from JJ's Duke Bro.
The seriousssnesss of this show is impeccable 😂😂😂😂💙💙💙💪🫡🏀💙💙💙
Thank you. AK
He doesn’t need lecon’s blessing. Lecon isn’t a laker. Knowing history, they’ll trade dalton for someone else. Lakers management at its finest
LAKER NATION 💯
JH Mess
Lol
This is why you don't draft guys just because they INTERVIEW well!
Since mpj hits all them shots on the lakers we got dalton to counter him
The bottom line is the NBA always needs shooters.
Yes Cam played well but he missed all of his 3’s ( took 4 of them). Knecht should be the 6th man & play 25-30 minutes.
Dalton studied with Dr Nick Riviera.
Knecht szn
Maxwell Lewis is a wing buried in the rotation on a team without good wings
But honestly, Cam's only role is if Vando is injured
Vanderbilt is a liability to the offense because somebody has gotta be a consistent corner shooter. 1-Way Player, defense only because 2-Guard Austin Reaves hates the role of frequent corner shooter too.
🏀 - Knecht 4 is an Athletic Baller that can score on All 3 Levels!!! I think We can use Him similar to the way We used Melo 3 Years ago (Give US 15ish Points a Game in 12-20 Min)
🏀 - Reddish is Our Low Budget Vando til He Returns and should be the 1st Sub in The Game @ SF when LBJ sits down @ The 6ish Min Mark (Give US High Energy/Good Defense and 4-8 Points).
🏀 - FINO will most likely be Traded @ The Deadline bcuz I think The Bright 🎥 Lights in L🌴A are too much for Him (Olivari is currently better than FINO & Bronny on Both Ends).
Austin Reeves your on watch🔍 ⌚
I thought hayes did good job rebounding last nite 9 rebs in 22 minutes also 2asst 1 blk
If we could get that every game would be great help.
Reaves 8 knecht 7, also what we need.
Dlo had bad shooting game but 10 asst
33:30 this was one of the inexcusable constant brain farts of Ham last season. A coach that doesn't notice one of his top 2 best players not getting the ball for a whole quarter. No play calls no time outs no nothing.
Quincy didn’t play significant minutes I’m afraid the Lakers are going to blow it and lose him. If that happens Pelinka, et,al, are committing roster mal practice! They need to keep him, he has the potential to be their best 3pt shooter.
Let reaves or dlo start off from bench oooo
Billie and Stu?!.. the killers from Scream now work on TV?! P.s. now "killed the opposite team" has a Total different meaning..🤔
Is "huger" a word??
🤣
Looked it up
It is!
Ok guys Reddish INEVITABLE OR EXPENDABLE 😮😮😮
I’d keep reddish especially since vando seems always injured. I would try and trade dlo before the deadline though. We should not sign him to a new contract next offseason. He is just not worth it. Might as well get something in return
Trade Vando Vincent and DLo
Why don't we, Brasil, bring back more older, experienced players like Gabriel Jesus, Richarlson, and Casimero along with Neymar. Those players can offer a spark and mentorship. Brasil is missing more experience and veterans, not just young talent.
Need
Bronny and kenect had 39 lol
JHS is horrible. What a wasted pick
Lakers fans need to practice patience because lonzo is a problem
JHMess doesnt look like an NBA player
JHS is obviously not an NBA player and never will be. Awful doesn't begin to describe him.
Better than Bronny
Awful is a good start 🤣🤣
28:06
@@Forerunner51Bronny was an end of the draft second round pick. What’s JHS’s excuse?
What about Bronny? That's all that matters. 😂
Kamenetzky bros, I'm disappointed in both of your analysis. To be clear, because DK went off against scrubs in OT, you want to have him guard KD all game like Cam was tasked to do (and did admirably!)? 🤔 Offense sells tickets but defense wins games. Stop trying to score ourselves to victory. Lakers have ONLY won a chip with a strong defense.
Shaq and Kobe and Magic and Kareem won because they were amazing offensively and defensive wise good enough in Magics case
He’s also not a good passer just yet…you are preaching the right mindset temper expectations especially against scrubs.
@deddiev1718, you are seriously undervaluing the defensive contributions of Shaq, Kobe, Magic and Kareem. Remind me which teams/players hunted for these players again?
JHS looks lost.
AD with a silent 35
Dalton ringing the cowbells with the same
Yeah and a quiet 10 assists for DeLo 💪🏽
@@stanjohnson7849 def quiet from DLO but still the haters gonna hate
@@LN-Lifercause lakers still trash yet every year you think they doing something
Lebron and Reaves need to play less fanboy
I’ve been quiet, no need to over speak on the negative. Lakers best player is still precariously 40 years young Bron, defense on the perimeter is still putrid with only the beleaguered Reddish decent, but Dalton is real! JJ might not be the best coach for a ring but he is the best coach for Dalton. I look forward to an entertaining and competitive season. Flawed roster and all👍🏿
Bronny = starter, b/c Emperor LeBron-us wills it! 😂
Max comes off a curl on the perimeter……. passes up a good look from 3(the type we need to space the floor)
Actually does a decent rip through and gets a step on his man to the basket for a lay-up….. instead kicks it out to a non-shooter….
Shooter misses, fastbreak ensues. Is last man on the break and instead of using his athleticism and verticality he jumps out the way.
Against a guard.
This all happened in one play and is a microcosm of why I can not stand watching Max Christie play basketball. His ball IQ is TEH. RI. BULL. He’s scared to take the shots he’s supposed to and when he does, he doesn’t make them. Max christie is cam reddish with a better reputation. Even with how wild Cam can be on defense, he’s still better at staying in front of his man and walling them off on ball. There’s a reason he started on KD and not Max. I’m calling it now, just like last year, max will start off with the lionshare of opportunities in the rotation and slowly lose them. Least deserving hype for a player that I’ve seen in a long time. The trade has to be Rui/Max/JHS probably and hopefully that’s enough to pry some big away from a team. Rui and Max are the lowest IQ players by far in the rotation.
Trade AR and get a big, lazy rob. Is always 2 steps behind. I said it at the draft! DK is what you fools thought AR was!
Bro , its one pre season game , lets slow down a little
@@trevorwinn5012 it’s not about the game, if you ever watched him play’ he’s no project or lucky guy! He’s a baller and AR is a 8th man at best. But you fools love the image, he’s the lakers Kamala Harris!
Awful take
Maxwell Lewis is a wing buried in the rotation on a team without good wings
Lewis is a low-IQ, error-prone player.