Dalton Knecht turned himself into a household name on the college scene in his last year with Tennessee. In a draft that was considered “weak” when it came to domestic prospects, a recognizable figure like Knecht was sure to stand out.

Some teams overlooked Dalton Knecht because he played so much in college. The Lakers viewed that as a positive.

The 2024 NBA Draft's rookie class was always expected to be full of intriguing role players and light on top-tier talent. Several rookies drafted beyond the lot