LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 19: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrates his dunk with teammate Dalton Knecht #4 while playing the Utah Jazz during the fourth quarter of the Emirates NBA Cup at Crypto.com Arena on November 19, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
Neither LeBron James nor Dalton Knecht is suiting up for the Los Angeles Lakers this season, but the ties still have them connected as members of the Philadelphia 76ers and the New York Knicks.
This week, the Knicks rolled out Knecht for the first time since he joined the team.
After making his debut, Knecht celebrated his new chapter with a photo dump on Instagram.
GettyLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 19: Anthony Davis #3 and LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers react to Dalton Knecht #4, who shot nine three pointers and scored 37 points, during a 124-118 win over the Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena on November 19, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
LeBron, who is now suited up for the Philadelphia 76ers, commented to show love to his former teammate, who is now his rival.
“YESSIR!!!,” James said, supporting Knecht’s Knicks run so far.
Dalton Knecht’s NBA Run So Far
GettyNEW YORK, NEW YORK – NOVEMBER 04: Dalton Knecht #1 of the New York Knicks looks on during the fourth quarter against the Chicago Bulls at Madison Square Garden on November 04, 2026 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
Over the past two seasons, Knecht played for the Lakers. He was a mid-first-round pick, with high expectations.
Midway through Knecht’s rookie season, he was included in a trade to the Charlotte Hornets that shockingly fell through. He finished his rookie season with 78 appearances with the Lakers.
Knecht stuck with the Lakers throughout his sophomore effort in the NBA. The young sharpshooter played in 54 games, shooting 34.2% from three, and averaging 4.2 points per game.
When the Lakers geared up for the 2026-2027 NBA season, they waived Knecht. He was a free agent for a few days and landed with the New York Knicks on a two-way contract. On November 4, Knecht finally debuted with his new team.
During his debut, Knecht produced 10 points, seven rebounds, and one assist, while hitting two of his four shots from deep.
Although the Sixers have played the Knicks twice already, Knecht and LeBron haven’t crossed paths yet. The Sixers will face the Knicks for a second time on February 11, 2027.
Justin Grasso Justin Grasso is an NBA/NFL reporter, covering trending league news, transactions, injuries, and player developments. He is a credentialed journalist with nearly a decade of insider access. More about Justin Grasso
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76ers’ LeBron James Shows Love To Knicks’ Dalton Knecht
Neither LeBron James nor Dalton Knecht is suiting up for the Los Angeles Lakers this season, but the ties still have them connected as members of the Philadelphia 76ers and the New York Knicks. This week, the Knicks rolled out Knecht for the first time since he joined the team. After making his debut, Knecht […]
76ers’ LeBron James Shows Love To Knicks’ Dalton Knecht