Lakers Remain Silent In Free Agency, Introduce Dalton Knecht and Bronny James

Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

Another day, another 24 hours of inaction from the Lakers. No trades, no signings, no nothin'.

Not even an assistant coach to start populating JJ Redick's staff.

None of this is to say the Lakers aren't trying, or are just killin' time before the regular season starts. Surely they're working the phones, and diligently trying to find some assistant coaches. But for now, nothing is actually happening. Maybe it turns out ok. The offseason is long. The world has a lot of coaches in it, many of whom could be an asset to Redick and the Lakers. But little by little, as the Lakers stack days without making moves, the option tree gets smaller. Golden State hired a couple of assistants on Tuesday. That shrinks the market, and changes its complexion, too.

At some point, the Lakers are going to have to get things done. The team needs improving. Maybe Wednesday will be the day.

Meanwhile, the Lakers did introduce their two draft picks, as the media met Dalton Knecht and Bronny James for the first time as Lakers. Needless to say, Bronny was the main draw when it comes to questions. He handled them well, but it was another reminder of the trade off he gets by coming to LA - much more scrutiny and additional pressure, along with a boost to the notion that he's only in the NBA because of his dad.

On the other hand, it's been reported James will get a multiyear guaranteed deal, something the 55th pick in the Draft can't always get. That kind of security is invaluable for a developmental player like Bronny.

HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky

SEGMENT 1: The Lakers introduce Knecht and James.

SEGMENT 2: The Lakers have a roster crunch, which Bronny contributes to.

SEGMENT 3: When are the Lakers going to do something? Even if something is hire a staff?

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