Did Dalton Knecht play in Lakers-Rockets Game 3?
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Houston Rockets 112-108 in overtime in Game 3 of the NBA playoffs first round, taking a 3-0 lead in the series. Dalton Knecht, a former Tennessee basketball player drafted by the Lakers, did not play due to a coach's decision.
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Houston Rockets 112-108 in overtime in Game 3 of the NBA playoffs first round at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. The Lakers lead the best-of-seven series 3-0. Dalton Knecht, a former Tennessee basketball player drafted by the Lakers in the first round (No. 17) of the 2024 NBA draft, did not play for Los Angeles due to a coach's decision. LeBron James led the Lakers in scoring with 29 points, followed by Rui Hachimura with 22 points and Marcus Smart with 21 points. The Lakers and Rockets will next play in Game 4 on Friday at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas.
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