Jack Kayil Taken by Knicks in Second Round of NBA Draft
The New York Knicks have selected guard Jack Kayil with the 39th overall pick in the second round of the 2026 NBA draft. The Houston Rockets originally had this pick, but they traded it to the Knicks on Wednesday. Kayil posted a productive season for Alba Berlin this past season. He averaged 12.3 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 3.5 assists across 21.0 minutes per game. At first, Kayil committed to Gonzaga, but ultimately decided to enter the draft. He offers a good overall skill set, but probably isn't quite ready for the professional level yet. It sounds like Kayil is ready to join the league and won't play another year in Germany. It seems unlikely that he'll crack the rotation or that he'll have a minimal role at best.
Source: Evan Sidery
Source: Evan Sidery
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