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PALM SPRINGS, CA - OCTOBER 4: Bronny James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers warms up before the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves during an NBA preseason game on October 4, 2024 at Acrisure Arena in Palm Springs, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that by downloading and/or using this photo, user agrees to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images)

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Los Angeles Lakers rookies Bronny James and Dalton Knecht made their preseason debuts against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday in Palm Desert’s Acrisure Arena in California.

James, the son of Lakers star LeBron James, was especially impressive on defense, such as when he got a block that ultimately led to his assist on a Rui Hachimura bucket.

The 19-year-old recorded two blocks and one assist in six minutes on the field in the first half.

Knecht looked good offensively, beating this mid-range jumper for his first two points. He finished the first half with six points, one steal and one block in six minutes.

It’s still very early, of course, but both rookies showed some good signs that got the fans excited.

Troy Dorsey™ @CoachTDorsey

If you still don’t see a pro in Bronny’s game, I just don’t know. Simple preseason highlight, but dating back to college…

mat @MattyGrizz

Bronny looks special

LAKESHOW4LIFE 0-0 💜💛💜💛 @WESTBROOK_FAN1

Bronny looks good on defense, Dalton + Max on offense.

Coach Jay @JaySpann24

Bronny is going to make some defensive teams in his career

Alz600 @_alblacki

bronny james on defense is something else🔥🔥🔥🔥

SmallwoodWorldwide @SmallwoodWWide

Bronny’s defense will make an impact!

Jamal Christopher @JamCristopher

It’s clear to me that Dalton servant has a real chance to break into the Lakers rotation.

Hast @Dark Knight_3

Dalton Knecht needs to be in the Lakers rotation

Prisareetsky @prisareetskii

Knecht fits this team so well

Colb @___Colb___

Christie and Knecht can and should play real minutes for the Lakers.

Daman Rangoola @dam no

I really like everything we see from Dalton Knecht

Stone Hansen @report_court

I think it would be a mistake not to have Knecht as one of the nine rotation players for the Lakers out of the gate

The Lakers’ next preseason game is Sunday against the Phoenix Suns at 9:30 PM ET, capping off a two-game stretch at Acrisure Arena.

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