Markieff Morris, now a teammate of rookie Dalton Knecht on the Lakers, provided crucial support during Knecht's challenging return to the team after a failed trade deal. Morris emphasized the importance of confidence and authenticity in gameplay, advising Knecht to remember how he played at Tennessee. This guidance helped Knecht find his rhythm in the Lakers' rotation during a successful homestand where he averaged 9.3 points and demonstrated an exceptional shooting percentage, revitalizing his on-court performance amid tumultuous beginnings.
"Be ready. No matter what, be you. When you get the ball, just go be you. And play like how you played at Tennessee."
"...At the end of the day, just be you. Be ready to shoot. Stay confident. If they wanted the trade, like who gives a f-? Go out there and stay confident."
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