Lakers Assign Bronny James, Knecht, and Thiero to South Bay Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers have assigned guards Bronny James Jr. And Dalton Knecht, along with forward Adou Thiero, to the South Bay Lakers, the team’s NBA G League affiliate, the team announced on Tuesday .

Bronny James’ Current Season

Currently in his second professional season with the Lakers, Bronny James is averaging 2.1 points, and 1.2 assists in 32 games. He is shooting 39.7% from the field and 41.4% from three-point range .

Adou Thiero’s Rookie Season

Adou Thiero is in his rookie season after playing college basketball at Kentucky and Arkansas. He is averaging 1.5 points and 1.1 rebounds while shooting 47.6% from the field in 19 games. Thiero signed a 3-year, $5.95 million deal with the Lakers, including two fully guaranteed years and a team option for the third year , HoopsHype.

Dalton Knecht’s Second Season

Dalton Knecht is in his second NBA season, too exclusively with the Lakers. He is averaging 4.2 points and 1.4 rebounds per game, shooting 44.8% from the field and 30.7% from three-point range in 48 games .

Lakers’ Recent Performance

Following a 120-106 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday, the Lakers hold a 40-25 record, positioning them as the fourth seed in the Western Conference. They are currently on a three-game winning streak, having won six of their last ten games .

The Lakers will continue their homestand by hosting the Chicago Bulls on Thursday, followed by a game against the Denver Nuggets on Saturday.

Chicago Bulls’ Current Standing

The Chicago Bulls currently hold a 27-38 record, placing them as the 12th seed in the Eastern Conference. They have won three of their last ten games .