Lakers Rookie Dalton Knecht Scores 37 in Win

The Los Angeles Lakers have bounced back from a rough start with a six-game winning streak, with LeBron James and rookie Dalton Knecht leading the charge. Knecht recently set a rookie record with nine three-pointers in a game, scoring a career-high 37 points against the Utah Jazz. Despite their success, the Lakers are exploring trade options to strengthen their roster, focusing on acquiring a defensive center and potentially guard talent like Brooklyn Nets' Cam Thomas. Trade speculation around Damian Lillard has also emerged, suggesting a possible blockbuster deal to form a 'Big 3' with James and Anthony Davis. Meanwhile, the Lakers' early-season struggles and recent performance highlight the ongoing challenges they face in a competitive Western Conference. The team's next matchup is against the Orlando Magic, where they hope to continue building on their winning momentum.