The Los Angeles Lakers are actively reshaping their roster following a disappointing playoff exit. Dorian Finney-Smith's recent signing with the Houston Rockets has left a noticeable gap on the wing. With his departure, the Lakers are now looking to fill this void, and they have signed Jake LaRavia from the Sacramento Kings.

Dalton Knecht, a rookie guard, expressed his disappointment over Finney-Smith's exit but remains optimistic about the Lakers' new lineup, highlighting the potential contributions from LaRavia. Knecht aims to improve his own game after a promising first season, where he averaged 9.1 points and shot 37.6% from three-point range.