Alright, hoop heads, letโs dive into the latest buzz around some young guns making waves in the NBA!
Knecht’s Preseason Breakout
So, Dalton Knecht didnโt exactly light up the Summer League like some fans hoped, but hold onto your jerseys because this kid is finding his groove in the Lakers’ preseason games. Just last week against the Bucks, he clocked a whopping 34 minutes on the floor and took more shots than anyone else on the team. Talk about stepping up!
Coach JJ Redick is all about shielding Knecht from the media frenzy, insisting that the rookie is not just ready for the big leagues, but theyโre even crafting plays around him. โHeโs ready to play in the NBA,โ says Redick, whoโs clearly got big plans for this young star. And honestly, I think Knechtโs hustle and heart are gonna be his ticket to making a splash this season.
It is actually insane just how many actions & sets are specifically geared towards getting Dalton Knecht a look at 3.
Heโs a Rookie, but JJ & the Team are treating him like an established vet shooter.
He had a ton of makeable looks & his 5/13 will look like 8/13 in the future.
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Redick also mentioned how Knecht is still learning the ropes, especially when it comes to physicality and defense. But hey, the dudeโs got six offensive rebounds to his name. Thatโs grit right there.
Bronny’s Uphill Battle
Now, letโs chat about Bronny James. The spotlight is intense, and the comparisons to his legendary dad arenโt helping. Heโs had a rocky preseason, trying to carve out his own identity. โMy dream has always just been to put my name out, make a name for myself,โ Bronny said. But the pressure? Man, itโs real.
Some folks think the expectations are way too high. An Eastern Conference scout even said, โYouโre set up for failure.โ Ouch. But Bronnyโs agent, Rich Paul, is standing firm, saying Bronny had plenty of options and chose to go pro on his own terms.
In my opinion, the kidโs got potential, but he needs time to grow. Itโs like planting a seed and expecting a tree overnightโit just doesnโt work that way.
The Road Ahead
As we inch closer to the regular season, everyoneโs got their eyes on these young talents. Knechtโs showing promise, and Bronnyโs got a lot to prove. But isnโt that what makes basketball so thrilling? The unpredictability, the underdog stories, and the chance for anyone to rise to the occasion.
So, what do you think? Will Knecht become the Lakersโ new secret weapon? And can Bronny step out of his dadโs shadow and make his own mark? Only time will tell, but one thingโs for sureโthis season is gonna be a wild ride!
