Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick explains what went into his decision to return rookie Dalton Knecht to the starting lineup.

The Los Angeles Lakers knew they needed to make some type of change after losing three consecutive games, two of them in blowout fashion to other Western Conference contenders.

In addition to the 20 points, Knecht tallied eight rebounds, one assist, two steals, and four 3-pointers in 31 minutes. While the scoring punch made him a player worth holding onto in deep leagues despite coming off the bench,