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NBA·TRADE·October 19, 2026 01:19 AM ET

Siegel: Lakers expected to waive Dalton Knecht as trade talks stall

Monday cutdown looms ahead of Tuesday tipoff

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read
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What happened: Dalton Knecht has drawn no traction on the trade market to this point, per Siegel. A waiver would settle the roster crunch before Monday's cutdown deadline ahead of Tuesday's tipoff.

Why it matters: Internal support for Bronny and Hardy has crowded Knecht's path to rotation minutes. The stall follows the Milwaukee rejection of a second-rounder-centered offer.

What to watch: Monday's roster deadline decides whether a late deal materializes or Knecht hits waivers.

Sources

  • r/lakers 
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