In the early morning of June 28, Beijing time, the high-profile 2024 NBA Draft was held. In this feast of talent, the Los Angeles Lakers used the No. 17 pick in the first round to pick Dalton Knecht from the University of Tennessee. The outstanding performance of this young player has aroused the great affection of Lakers famous Magic Johnson.
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After learning the news that the Lakers had selected Dalton Knecket, Magic Johnson immediately expressed his joy on social media. He said: "Lakers Nation, we had a new lease of life yesterday, we selected Dalton Knecht, and I'm cheering for that! Dalton is exactly what our Lakers need to add.
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He's a great three-point shooter and scorer with great physicality and a great ability to match. During his years at the University of Tennessee, he played for a winning team and was carefully mentored by coach Rick Barnes. I'm sure Dalton will be part of our starting line-up and even shine on the bench.
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In addition, there was a high-profile trade at this year's draft. The Spurs and Pacers made a decisive move and swapped draft picks. The Spurs reportedly drafted Fophy with the 35th pick, while the Pacers picked Nunez with the 36th pick. However, this is not the end. Subsequently, the two teams traded draft picks, and on top of that, the Pacers paid the Spurs a sum of compensation cash.
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The conclusion of this deal undoubtedly adds new possibilities for the future of both teams. And for Dalton Knecht, his NBA career has only just begun. On the stage full of honor and glory of the Lakers, let's wait and see if he can stand out and write his own legendary chapter.