Dalton Knecht

Updated on 7/2/24.  Written by Alan Lu.
2024 rankings were finalized on 6/25/24.

Height: 6-5
Weight: 210
College: Tennessee
Classification: Fifth-Year Senior
Birthdate: 4/19/2001

2024 Top 100 Prospect Rank: 10
Projected Draft Range: Lottery
2024 NBA Draft: Round 1, Pick 17 by the Los Angeles Lakers

Pros:

Gifted shooter
Crafty scorer off the dribble
Excels at scoring on off-ball motion plays
Moves well off the ball on offense
Adequate playmaker for his size
Decent rebounder for his size
Adequate defender
Above average athlete

Cons:

Lacks an elite first step off the dribble
Can display spotty shot selection
Can have lapses defensively
Not an elite athlete
Old for a draft prospect, may have limited upside

Summary:

Dalton Knecht is a smart, skilled swingman that can shoot and score the basketball. He can knock down jumpers, and his ability to move off the ball can enable him to get open and make shots from anywhere on the court. He had a terrific season at Tennessee, and he projects to go in the lottery for the 2024 draft.

Links:
RealGM Profile
NBADraft.Net Profile
Wikipedia Page
Twitter via DraftExpress’ Tweet on Dalton Knecht

Games Scouted:
1/16/24 Tennessee vs. Florida
3/29/24 Tennessee vs. Creighton

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