Dalton Knecht Leads Lakers to Victory

Dalton Knecht made headlines with a spectacular performance in the Lakers' 124-118 victory over the Utah Jazz, scoring a career-high 37 points and tying the NBA rookie record with nine three-pointers. His remarkable display included 21 points in the third quarter, electrifying fans and teammates alike, including LeBron James and Anthony Davis, who praised his shooting ability. James also acknowledged the surprise of other teams passing on Knecht during the draft. Alongside Knecht, both James and Davis contributed significantly to the win, each recording double-doubles. The Lakers improved to 7-0 at home and secured their sixth consecutive victory, marking a strong start to the season. Meanwhile, Lauri Markkanen led the Jazz with 25 points, but their late surge fell short.