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Dalton Knecht talks about his crazy week being traded from, and returning to, the Lakers

Dalton Knecht talks about playing for the Lakers after they traded him to the Charlotte Hornets in a deal that fell through.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 13

Lakers' Dalton Knecht says rescinded trade and return to Los Angeles 'felt like a movie'

The trade, which would have sent Knecht to the Hornets, was rescinded after Mark Williams failed his physical

CBS Sports - Feb. 13

Dalton Knecht's bizarre season takes another twist: All-Star showdown vs. LeBron is next

It's been quite a season for Dalton Knecht, but despite being part of a rescinded Lakers trade to Charlotte, the rookie is excited to be at the NBA All-Star Game.

Yahoo Sports - 5d

Back in L.A., Knecht says trade 'felt like a movie'

Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht reflected on the chaotic circumstances of the trade that sent him to Charlotte only to be rescinded, saying that it "felt like a movie."

ESPN - Feb. 13

Panthers re-sign QB Dalton to two-year contract

The Panthers and quarterback Andy Dalton reached agreement on a two-year, $8 million deal that includes $6 million guaranteed and has a max value of $10 million, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN - 1d

Panthers re-sign Andy Dalton to two-year deal reportedly worth $6 million to $10 million

Carolina is keeping its quarterback room together for the next couple of years

CBS Sports - 1d

Panthers, QB Andy Dalton agree to 2-year deal to keep him in Carolina as Bryce Young's backup

Dalton has played for Carolina as the backup to Bryce Young for two seasons, a stint that includes six starts.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Lakers confident they found the 'perfect' center in Mark Williams

Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka feels the combination of All-Star guard Luka Doncic and center Mark Williams will pair well together on the court.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 7

Luka Doncic’s Trade to the Lakers Devastates Mavericks Fans

Dallas built its team’s identity around Luka Doncic, on the court and off. Now that he’s gone, some supporters no longer feel a connection to the franchise.

The New York Times - Feb. 7

Lakers-Hornets trade nixed; Williams fails physical

The trade between the Hornets and Lakers for Mark Williams has been rescinded after the 7-foot center failed Los Angeles' physical exam, sources told ESPN.

ESPN - Feb. 9

Luka's first game as a Laker is nothing but a lovefest

Luka Dončić was a bit rusty in his Lakers debut after a long injury layoff and last week's shocking trade. It didn't matter as fans embraced him and LA won big.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 10

Free agent center Len signs deal with Lakers

Free agent center Alex Len has signed a deal to join the Lakers, providing some much-needed frontcourt depth.

ESPN - Feb. 12

Luka likely off minutes limit as Lakers return

Luka Doncic is going back to work with the Lakers, and he's likely back to full speed as well.

ESPN - 21h

Did the Lakers and Warriors switch roles amid NBA's wild trade deadline?

Circumstances presented the Lakers with an opportunity to play the ultimate long game, with an offer they couldn’t refuse while the Warriors had to make a gamble on Jimmy Butler that in ordinary ...

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 7

Letters to Sports: Mixed reviews from readers on Lakers' blockbuster trade

Readers of the L.A. Times Sports section give their thoughts and opinions on the Luka Doncic/Anthony Davis trade, DodgerFest, the Rams and Cooper Kupp.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 8

Lakers' trade for Charlotte's Mark Williams rescinded after failed physical

The Lakers' hopes of pairing Mark Williams with newly acquired star Luka Doncic have fallen through in the wake of the Charlotte center failing his physical.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 9

Austin Reaves scores a career-high 45 in Lakers' fifth straight win

With LeBron James and Luke Doncic sidelined, Austin Reaves makes 14 of 26 shots and all 13 free throws in narrow win over the Pacers.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 9

Chiefs fail to join Lakers, Yankees in prestigious three-peat club

The feat still hasn't been achieved since the Kobe-Shaq Lakers in 2002.

ESPN - Feb. 9

Lakers signing C Alex Len after Mark Williams trade collapse

Alex Len was waived by the Washington Wizards earlier this month and was initially going to sign with the Pacers.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 11

NBA All-Star Game 2025 draft: Team Shaq reunites LeBron James and Anthony Davis after Lakers trade

TNT's Shaquille O'Neal, Kenny Smith and Charles Barkley selected eight-man teams from the 24-player pool. LeBron James was the No. 1 pick.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 7

NBA trade deadline team grades: Lakers, Cavs, Spurs score high marks for bold moves in action-filled market

Let's try to make sense of a wild NBA trade deadline.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 7

LeBron James becomes oldest player to score 40 points in NBA history, dropping 42 in Lakers' victory

Age is more than just a number to LeBron James

ABC News - Feb. 7

Mavs' Anthony Davis says he's going to 'give the city life back' after stunning Luka Doncic trade to Lakers

Davis was introduced as a member of the Mavericks on Friday

CBS Sports - Feb. 8

NBA Power Rankings: Breaking 30 teams into title tiers after wild trade deadline as Lakers, Warriors level upt

A look at the current NBA hierarchy after seismic shakeups rocked the league

CBS Sports - Feb. 8

Pacers vs. Lakers Odds, predictions, recent stats, trends and Best bets for February 8

Indiana Pacers vs. Los Angeles Lakers Preview

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 8

Lakers without LeBron or Luka get career-high 45 points from Austin Reaves in win over Pacers

ESPN flexed the Lakers game to its Saturday broadcast schedule in anticpation of Luka Dončić making his debut. Instead, Austin Reaves was the star.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 9

Lakers' trade for Hornets C Mark Williams rescinded due to 'failure to satisfy condition'

Luka Doncic isn't getting his big man upgrade.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 9

Lakers' trade for Hornets center Mark Williams has been rescinded, team says

The Los Angeles Lakers’ trade to acquire center Mark Williams from Charlotte has been rescinded, the team announced Saturday night

ABC News - Feb. 8

Lakers rescind trade for Mark Williams due to multiple issues with Hornets big man's physical, per report

The Lakers had traded a package centered around Dalton Knecht and a 2031 first-round pick

CBS Sports - Feb. 9

Mark Williams trade rescinded: What comes next for Lakers on buyout market and in the offseason

The Lakers' present and future look drastically different without Williams

CBS Sports - Feb. 9

Lakers rescind trade with Hornets after center Mark Williams doesn't pass team physical

Williams heads back to Charlotte, while Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish and a 2031 first-round pick return to Los Angeles.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 9

Jazz vs. Lakers Best bets: Odds, predictions, recent stats, trends for February 10

Utah Jazz vs. Los Angeles Lakers Preview

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 10

Lakers welcome Luka: Fans to receive No. 77 shirts ahead of Doncic's anticipated debut

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James wore one of the No. 77 Luka Doncic shirts during his pregame warmup.

ESPN - Feb. 10

Lakers a threat in the west, Jimmy thriving with Warriors + Tee Morant's ejection | Good Word with Goodwill

On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vincent and the Athletic's Fred Katz talk the Los Angeles Lakers and Charlotte Hornets trade being rescinded and if the Lakers are a threat to win the ...

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 11

Two transformative trades, one failed physical, several lingering questions: Inside the Lakers' chaotic week

After successfully building a bridge to the post-LeBron James era, the Lakers rescinded a trade that had landed Luka Doncic's chosen lob partner, and chaos ensued. So what happens now?

ESPN - Feb. 10