Both Los Angeles Lakers selections from the 2024 NBA Draft joined the rotation for a Thursday night Summer League win over the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Bronny James recorded 13 points, while Dalton Knecht led the team with 20, as both rookies put up clutch performances in the 93-89 victory.
Here’s a look at some of the hottest takes of the night surrounding the newest additions to the Lakers’ roster.
James hit a step-back three late in the fourth quarter to help the Lakers close a late deficit to the Cavaliers.
James entered Thursday night on a hot streak following his best Summer League performance yet, during which he registered 12 points in Wednesday win over the Atlanta Hawks.
He followed that up with another double-digit points total Thursday night on 5-of-10 shooting from the field.
James also went 1-for-3 from behind the arc, and 2-for-2 from the foul line, while adding five rebounds, three assists, two blocks and three turnovers.
Knecht started out Thursday’s contest with a highlight-reel dunk.
Knecht closed out the win with two clutch free throws as he led the Lakers in points on 7-of-16 shooting, including 2-of-6 from deep, while adding seven rebounds, one assist, one steal and two turnovers.
His shooting left some fans convinced the Tennessee product is ready for a rotation spot this fall.
