{"id":13370,"date":"2024-12-22T11:41:11","date_gmt":"2024-12-22T11:41:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usatoday.azontree.com\/?p=13370"},"modified":"2024-12-22T11:41:11","modified_gmt":"2024-12-22T11:41:11","slug":"lebron-james-takes-cheeky-dig-at-dalton-knecht-as-tennessee-go-down-by-21-points-against-ohio-state","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usatoday.azontree.com\/?p=13370","title":{"rendered":"LeBron James Takes Cheeky Dig At Dalton Knecht As Tennessee Go Down By 21 Points Against Ohio State.."},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"m-detail-header--dek\">LeBron jokes with Dalton Knecht about Ohio State\u2019s win over Tennessee, adding humor to the Lakers\u2019 victorious night.<\/div>\n<div class=\"m-detail-header--flexbox\">\n<div class=\"m-detail-header--meta\">\n<div class=\"m-description--list\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fadeawayworld.net\/.image\/t_share\/MjExNTY4MTg5ODIwMTE4NTYz\/lebron-james-.jpg\" alt=\"Dec 21, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts to a question during a post game interview after the game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center.\" \/><\/div>\n<div>\n<p>LeBron James, never one to miss an opportunity for some playful banter, took a cheeky dig at his Lakers teammate\u00a0Dalton Knecht\u00a0during a post-game press conference. As reporters questioned him about the team\u2019s recent victory, LeBron had his laptop nearby, streaming the college football game between Ohio State and Tennessee. When Ohio State, LeBron\u2019s home-state team, surged to a 21-0 lead against Tennessee, the alma mater of Knecht, LeBron couldn\u2019t resist taking a shot.<\/p>\n<p>Interrupting his response to a question, LeBron grinned and exclaimed,\u00a0<em>&#8220;Hey DK! 21-nothing. Don\u2019t worry about it.&#8221;\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p>His humor didn\u2019t stop there. Turning to D\u2019Angelo Russell, LeBron continued,\u00a0<em>&#8220;Hey D-Lo, tell him now,&#8221;<\/em>\u00a0prompting laughter from the gathered media.<\/p>\n<div class=\"m-detail--body-item m-detail--body-twitter-embed\">\n<figure class=\"m-embed mm-embed--twitter l-inline\">\n<div class=\"twitter-tweet twitter-tweet-rendered\"><iframe id=\"twitter-widget-0\" class=\"\" title=\"X Post\" src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/embed\/Tweet.html?dnt=false&amp;embedId=twitter-widget-0&amp;features=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%3D%3D&amp;frame=false&amp;hideCard=false&amp;hideThread=false&amp;id=1870659216337453316&amp;lang=en&amp;origin=https%3A%2F%2Ffadeawayworld.net%2Fnba%2Flos-angeles-lakers%2Flebron-james-cheeky-dig-dalton-knecht-tenessee-go-down-21-points-against-ohio-state&amp;sessionId=df009e432e2bbff5914b0d54d31ffdd5dfcb95d3&amp;siteScreenName=%40fadeawayworld&amp;theme=light&amp;widgetsVersion=2615f7e52b7e0%3A1702314776716&amp;width=550px\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-tweet-id=\"1870659216337453316\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>The playful moment showcased\u00a0LeBron\u2019s\u00a0camaraderie with his teammates and his enduring connection to Ohio State, even as a fan of the team. Dalton Knecht, known for his lighthearted personality, was a good sport about the jab, understanding that LeBron\u2019s humor was all in good fun.<\/p>\n<p>At halftime, however, Tennessee began to rally, closing the gap to 21-10, much to Knecht\u2019s relief. The game\u2019s momentum shift provided a glimmer of hope for Tennessee fans and added a layer of suspense to the banter-filled evening.<\/p>\n<p>For LeBron, moments like these highlight his ability to bring levity to the grind of an NBA season. His playful ribbing reflected the strong bond among the Lakers players, a team dynamic that often extends beyond basketball. It\u2019s moments like this that remind fans that even the sport\u2019s biggest stars can engage in everyday fun and rivalries, just like the rest of us.<\/p>\n<p>Tennessee\u2019s fightback to close the scoreline added an intriguing twist to the story, but LeBron\u2019s Ohio State pride was clear. His light-hearted commentary showcased not only his love for sports but also his knack for keeping the locker room atmosphere vibrant and engaging. As the night wore on, the focus shifted back to basketball, but LeBron\u2019s quick wit left its mark on the evening.<\/p>\n<p>On the court, LeBron once again led the\u00a0Lakers\u00a0with a stellar performance. He recorded 32 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals on an efficient 13-of-24 shooting.<\/p>\n<p>His dominance in critical moments ensured the Lakers edged out the\u00a0Kings\u00a0103-99, improving their record to 16-12.\u00a0D\u2019Angelo Russell\u00a0chipped in with 20 points, 4 rebounds, and 5 assists, while\u00a0Rui Hachimura\u00a0added 14 points, including a crucial tip-out in the clutch that sealed the victory.\u00a0Anthony Davis struggled offensively, finishing with just 10 points on 4-of-10 shooting, though he contributed 15 rebounds and 5 assists.<\/p>\n<p>As for Dalton Knecht, it wasn\u2019t a memorable night on the court. The rookie played only five minutes and didn\u2019t attempt a single shot, going scoreless. While his impact was minimal in the game, Knecht still had to endure LeBron\u2019s playful ribbing about his alma mater\u2019s struggles on the gridiron.<\/p>\n<p>In the end, this cheeky exchange reminded everyone why LeBron is not only a leader on the court but also a unifying force off it. Whether supporting Ohio State or inspiring his teammates, his presence continues to energize those around him. As for Knecht, he\u2019ll likely get his chance to return the favor, making this lighthearted rivalry one to watch throughout the season.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>LeBron jokes with Dalton Knecht about Ohio State\u2019s win over Tennessee, adding humor to the Lakers\u2019 victorious night. 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