Knicks Add Dalton Knecht on Two-Way Contract

The New York Knicks are adding former Los Angeles Lakers forward Dalton Knecht on a two-way contract, with Kevin McCullar Jr. set to be waived to make room, according to reports and confirmation from Knecht’s agents. Knecht’s agents at Excel Sports Management confirmed his agreement to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The roster move was reported by Ian Begley. The Knicks had not issued a team announcement in the reported accounts. One report described the agreement as a two-year deal, while others identified it as a two-way contract without giving its length. The move comes after the Lakers waived Knecht on October 19, according to one report. He cleared waivers on Wednesday, making him eligible to sign elsewhere. Knecht was selected 17th overall by Los Angeles in the 2024 NBA Draft after playing at Tennessee. Knecht averaged 9.1 points and 2.8 rebounds in 78 games during his rookie season, playing 19.2 minutes per game. In 2025-26, he appeared in 54 games and averaged 4.2 points and 1.4 rebounds in 10.2 minutes. His shooting also declined: he made 37.6% of his three-point attempts as a rookie and 34.2% the following season. The Knicks’ reported decision would end McCullar’s time with...