Knecht, the team’s first-round pick in last year’s draft, and second-round pick James started their first pro seasons in ...

Rob Pelinka says he will focus on adding a center and building around Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Austin Reaves after their first-round exit against the Timberwolves.

LOS ANGELES — Although he was just describing his experience, Dalton Knecht’s response to what he learned during his rookie NBA season with the Lakers could apply to him and fellow rookie ...