Dalton Knecht’s defensive prowess and efficient scoring are carving a key role in the Lakers’ lineup, showcasing his potential as a two-way asset.

Knecht, a former college basketball superstar for the Tennessee Volunteers, joined the NBA ranks as the Lakers' No. 17 overall pick. Now, he's starting to reap the benefits of playing in one of the league's biggest markets.

The Los Angeles Lakers brought back the majority of their roster from a season ago and are running it back with the same starting lineup. This time around they