Dalton Knecht Stats Tonight: Rookie shines in hostile environment as Celtics end Lakers' eight-game win streak (Mar. 8)

Dalton Knecht and the LA Lakers crossed swords against the Boston Celtics in a highly anticipated game at TD Garden on Saturday. The rookie came off the bench in the first quarter as JJ Redick chose to start LeBron James, Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, Dorian Finney-Smith and Jarred Vanderbilt.

Knecht had a strong performance for the Lakers, but his efforts were not enough as the team’s eight-game winning streak came to an end. The Lakers suffered a 111-101 loss to the Celtics.

Dalton Knecht finished with nine points on 4 of 6 shooting from the floor, including 1 of 3 from beyond the arc. He also recorded five rebounds, one assist and one block in 23:49 minutes while finishing with a plus/minus of +9.

Dalton Knecht through 4 quarters

Knecht didn't attempt a 3-pointer in the opening period but managed to score his first points with a simple layup off an assist from LeBron. The former Tennessee standout was also active defensively, making a few solid hustle plays.

By the end of the first quarter, Knecht had recorded two points, one rebound, one assist and one block in just over four minutes of play, shooting a perfect 1 of 1 from the field.

In the second quarter, the Lakers rookie still didn't have the chance to take a shot from beyond the arc. However, he did score again, this time with a basket from inside the arc.

At half time, Dalton Knecht had four points, one rebound, one assist and one block while shooting 2 of 2 from the field in 7:38 minutes.

Knecht finally got his first attempt from beyond the arc after the halftime break, but the rookie was unable to convert. He quickly bounced back, scoring with a strong drive to the paint and finishing with a tough layup. In addition to his scoring, Knecht also grabbed three rebounds in the third quarter, though the Lakers found themselves trailing by 20 points.

Knecht provided a major offensive spark for the Lakers in the final period as the Purple and Gold attempted to rally back into the game. He knocked down a 3-pointer and remained efficient on the offensive end throughout the quarter.