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Tyler Nickel Expected to Join Knicks This Season
New York Knicks forward Tyler Nickel is expected to begin his pro career with the team this season rather than return to college for a fifth year, according to Jared Schwartz of the New York Post, with SNY first reporting the plan. The 22-year-old sharpshooter, selected 47th overall out of Vanderbilt, received extra eligibility through a recent court ruling but appears ready to turn pro. It remains unclear whether Nickel will sign a two-way or standard contract, though a standard deal would complicate New York's pursuit of a third center. He averaged 12.2 points across five Summer League games while shooting 41.3 percent from three, but he remains off the fantasy radar unless the Knicks' wing rotation opens up.
Source: Jared Schwartz
Source: Jared Schwartz
Knicks See Progress From Pacome Dadiet
New York Knicks guard/forward Pacome Dadiet has generated some internal optimism entering his third season, though The Athletic's James L. Edwards III still does not see a clear rotation path for him. Some within the organization believe the 21-year-old is making progress behind the scenes, but his shooting has yet to translate consistently at the NBA, G-League, or summer league levels. Dadiet said studying OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges has helped him grasp Mike Brown's system, with cutting and hustle plays looking like his best route to minutes. Anunoby, Bridges, and Josh Hart still sit ahead of him, keeping Dadiet off the fantasy radar.
Source: James L. Edwards III
Source: James L. Edwards III
Mohamed Diawara Could Earn Bigger Role with Knicks
New York Knicks forward Mohamed Diawara could push for a larger rotation role in his second season, with The Athletic's James L. Edwards III writing that he would not be surprised if the 21-year-old becomes a staple by midseason. Diawara averaged 3.6 points and 1.4 rebounds in 9.2 minutes across 69 games as a rookie, but his best stretch came when Miles McBride missed 27 straight games. During that run, Diawara averaged 5.9 points in 14.2 minutes while shooting 40.5 percent from three. OG Anunoby, Mikal Bridges, and Josh Hart still block a clean path to minutes, so Diawara remains off the fantasy radar unless injuries or a trade open the wing rotation.
Source: James L. Edwards III
Source: James L. Edwards III
Mohamed Diawara Expected to be Ready for Training Camp
New York Knicks forward Mohamed Diawara (finger) has resumed on-court workouts and is expected to be ready for the beginning of training camp in September. Diawara injured his finger during the Summer League, which required him to undergo surgery. It sounds worse than it is, with Diawara already back to doing basketball activities. Last season, Diawara averaged 3.6 points, 1.4 rebounds, and 0.8 assists in 9.2 minutes per game across 69 contests. He figures to be part of the rotation, but Diawara is unlikely to see enough playing time to warrant looking at in fantasy formats.
Source: New York Basketball
Source: New York Basketball
Josh Hart Approaches a Four-Year Knicks Extension
New York Knicks guard/forward Josh Hart becomes eligible for a four-year extension on August 10, and he is expected to take a team-friendly number to help the defending champions navigate the second apron, per Evan Sidery. Hart is the glue of the title team, a do-everything wing who averaged 12.0 points, 7.4 rebounds, 4.8 assists, and 1.1 steals on 50.8 percent shooting across 66 games last season. That profile is the fantasy story: he is a versatile contributor whose rebounds, assists, steals, and efficiency carry real appeal, while his relatively low-volume outside shooting caps his ceiling. The impending extension cements his entrenched starting role. He projects as a multi-category anchor, though managers should temper expectations for another statistical leap now that New York's championship starting five returns intact.
Source: Evan Sidery
Source: Evan Sidery
Tyler Nickel Hits Six Threes in Knicks Summer League Loss
New York Knicks forward Tyler Nickel scored 18 points and grabbed four rebounds in Friday's 91-65 Summer League loss to the Brooklyn Nets. The No. 47 pick shot 6-for-11 from the field and 6-for-10 from three-point range, giving New York one of its few bright spots in a one-sided defeat. Nickel's shooting is the clear fantasy hook after he arrived from Vanderbilt with a movement-shooter profile. He will need to show more than spot-up value to push for regular-season minutes, but the three-point volume gives him a skill worth tracking.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Knicks Land Tyler Nickel at No. 47 in a Four-Team Trade
The defending-champion New York Knicks came away with one of the draft's best shooters, acquiring Vanderbilt wing Tyler Nickel in a four-team draft-night trade after Phoenix selected him with the 47th pick. The movement shooter averaged 13.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 1.2 assists on 44.5 percent shooting and 40.0 percent from three, hoisting 7.6 triples a night and burying 110 of them as a senior. Nickel is a Duncan Robinson-style specialist whose game starts and mostly ends with floor spacing, and Mike Brown's staff has a track record of developing exactly that. The catch for fantasy is the roster: he lands on a loaded title team and may not even open the year on a standard contract. He is a deep-watch shooter, nothing more, until he proves he can stick.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
OG Anunoby Leans on Defense in Game 5 Title Win
New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby tallied 11 points, eight rebounds, three steals, one block, and one three-pointer in Saturday's 94-90 Game 5 win over the San Antonio Spurs. The 28-year-old struggled offensively, shooting 3-for-11 from the field and 4-for-6 at the line, but he still chipped in enough defensive production to help New York clinch the title. This was a quiet close after Anunoby scored 33 points in Game 4 and 28 in Game 3. Across 17 postseason games, he averaged 20.1 points, 6.3 rebounds, 1.5 steals, and 1.1 blocks, making his two-way profile the biggest fantasy takeaway heading into next season.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Mikal Bridges Chips in During Championship-Clinching Win
New York Knicks guard/forward Mikal Bridges notched 14 points, two rebounds, four assists, one block, and three three-pointers in Saturday's 94-90 Game 5 win over the San Antonio Spurs. The 29-year-old went 5-for-10 from the field and gave New York another efficient complementary line while Jalen Brunson carried the offense. Bridges averaged 14.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 3.7 assists during the regular season, so this was a fitting closeout snapshot of his fantasy profile: useful scoring, threes, defensive stats, and strong percentages without needing heavy usage. His role should remain steady as a multi-category piece for next season.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
OG Anunoby Completes Historic Knicks Comeback
New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby scored a playoff career-high 33 points in a huge 107-106 comeback win in Game 4 against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night. The Knicks erased a 29-point deficit, marking the largest comeback in NBA Finals history. Anunoby's final bucket came 2.1 seconds from the end of the fourth quarter, when he tipped in the game-winner after Jalen Brunson's missed three-pointer. Across 41 minutes, Anunoby was incredible from downtown, going 7-for-9, and finished 10-for-15 overall from the field. He had four rebounds, one assist, one steal, and one block. Anunoby has come alive offensively recently and will look to keep it up in Game 5 on Saturday night, when the Knicks have a chance to win their first championship since 1973.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
OG Anunoby Racks Up 28 Points in Monday's Loss
New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby did very little wrong on Monday night in Game 3 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, notching 28 points, five rebounds, one assist, and two blocks in a 115-111 loss. He did the damage on a 9-for-13 effort from the field, finishing 3-for-7 from downtown and 7-for-9 at the charity stripe. Anunoby was just one field goal shy of setting his new playoff scoring record. The 28-year-old always finds ways to impact the game and has been a key cog for the Knicks throughout the playoffs. In the Finals, Anunoby has yet to score fewer than 17 points and has registered multiple blocks in back-to-back games.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
OG Anunoby Anchors Knicks' Defense in Finals Game 2
New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby provided a steady two-way presence in Friday's 105-104 Game 2 win over the San Antonio Spurs, finishing with 17 points, four rebounds, three assists, two steals, and two blocks. The former Raptor shot 5-for-10 from the field, 2-for-5 from deep, and a perfect 5-for-5 at the line while drawing the primary assignment on Victor Wembanyama. His biggest moment came late, when he sank three free throws after a Julian Champagnie foul to retake the lead. Anunoby's three-and-D role gives him a dependable DFS floor, with that defensive workload and timely shooting keeping his line steady behind Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Mikal Bridges Helps Knicks Secure a Game 2 Victory
New York Knicks guard/forward Mikal Bridges recorded 20 points, six rebounds, six assists, one steal, and four three-pointers in Friday's 105-104 Game 2 win over the San Antonio Spurs. The former Villanova standout was highly efficient on the offensive end, shooting 8-for-13 from the floor and 4-for-6 from three-point range. His efforts helped the Knicks secure a narrow victory and take a 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals. Bridges has been a vital two-way presence for New York throughout the postseason, providing timely outside shooting alongside Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns. He remains a reliable fantasy performer as the series shifts to Madison Square Garden for Game 3 on Monday.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Josh Hart Grabs 15 Rebounds in Game 1 Win Over Spurs
New York Knicks guard/forward Josh Hart impressed with his rebounding in the NBA Finals opener against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday, grabbing a game-high 15 boards in a 105-95 win. His scoring was limited to three points, but Hart still had a big impact. His line included six assists, four steals, and one block. The 31-year-old had the game's highest plus/minus at plus-22. Hart missed all three attempts from deep and was 1-for-5 overall. He was happy to take a back seat on offense and tried to be effective elsewhere. The Knicks are unlikely to care much about Hart's offensive woes as long as the wins keep coming. With 12 straight victories, Mike Brown's team has posted the second-longest winning streak in NBA playoff history.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Mikal Bridges Cools Off in Game 4 Against Cavaliers
New York Knicks guard/forward Mikal Bridges contributed 15 points, three rebounds, and five assists during Monday's series-clinching 130-93 road win against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Once again, Bridges did a solid job for the Knicks, though his hot hand finally cooled off. After making at least 57% of his field-goal attempts in eight consecutive games, Bridges finished 4-for-16 from the floor. He went 1-for-8 from three-point range and 6-for-6 at the line. While Bridges' recent percentages have been unsustainable, the Knicks will be hoping he can replicate that form in the NBA Finals to boost their title chances.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
