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Knicks' Jalen Brunson: Scores 13 points in preseason defeat
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Brunson finished with 13 points (6-12 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 0-1 FT), three assists and a steal across 20 minutes in Thursday's 111-109 preseason loss to the Wizards.
Brunson tied Josh Hart and Landry Shamet for the team lead in scoring despite playing just over 20 minutes. Brunson's offensive role and status as one of the Knicks' key players remain set in stone, and his limited preseason workload has given New York's coaching staff a chance to evaluate its reserves with the regular season starting in less than two weeks. Thus, expect Brunson to continue seeing limited playing time in the rest of the preseason.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Solid effort in preseason loss
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Anunoby recorded 10 points (3-6 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five rebounds, an assist, a steal and a block across 19 minutes in Thursday's 111-109 preseason loss to the Wizards.
Anunoby delivered a balanced performance during his limited playing time and made his presence felt on both ends of the court. Scoring numbers aside, as he was one of three starters to hit double-digit points, Anunoby collected two offensive rebounds and added a steal and a block, demonstrating the defensive versatility that makes him an important part of New York's starting lineup. He's expected to see limited playing time in the rest of the preseason, but his role as the Knicks' starting small forward ahead of the new season is set in stone.
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Knicks' Landry Shamet: Provides scoring spark off bench
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Shamet posted 13 points (4-7 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and four rebounds across 16 minutes off the bench in Thursday's 111-109 preseason loss to the Wizards.
Shamet was one of New York's most efficient offensive contributors, knocking down a team-high three three-pointers while matching Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart for the team lead in scoring. The veteran sharpshooter also grabbed four defensive rebounds and finished with a plus-four rating, continuing to make a strong case for a steady role in the Knicks' backcourt rotation ahead of the regular season. He's competing with Miles McBride and Jose Alvarado for steady minutes in the backcourt behind the starting duo of Brunson and Mikal Bridges.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Scores 13 in preseason loss
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Hart collected 13 points (5-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block in 21 minutes during Thursday's 111-109 preseason loss to the Wizards.
Hart was able to shake off the rust in this one after being held to two points in 13 minutes during Monday's preseason opener against Philly. The 31-year-old did a bit of everything Thursday, which is typical considering he averaged 12.0 points, 7.4 rebounds, 4.8 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.5 made threes over 66 regular-season games a year ago.
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Knicks' Jose Alvarado: Back in action Thursday
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Alvarado (knee) tallied six points (2-7 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one steal in 14 minutes during Thursday's 111-109 preseason loss to the Wizards.
Alvarado was held out of Monday's preseason-opening loss to the 76ers due to a left knee contusion, though he returned to action in New York's second preseason game. The 28-year-old point guard struggled with efficiency, especially from downtown, though he sank both of his free-throw attempts.
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Knicks' Kevin McCullar: Won't suit up Thursday, set to play Monday
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McCullar (coach's decision) won't play in Thursday's preseason game against the Wizards but is in line to suit up for Monday's preseason matchup with Minnesota, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.
McCullar will join Ochai Agbaji, Drew Eubanks and Tony Bradley on the sidelines, though all of them are expected to play Monday. The two-way player is once again expected to spend most of his time with the G League's Westchester Knicks in 2026-27.
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Knicks' Tony Bradley: Not expected to play
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Bradley (rest) is not in line to play in Thursday's preseason game against Wizards, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.
The Knicks plan to keep Bradley out Thursday. His next chance to play would be Monday against Minnesota.
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Knicks' Ochai Agbaji: Out Thursday, in line to play Monday
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Agbaji (coach's decision) won't play in Thursday's preseason game against Washington, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.
The Knicks are holding out some of their players on non-guaranteed deals Thursday. According to Bondy, Agbaji will play in Monday's preseason game against the Timberwolves.
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Knicks' Drew Eubanks: Not in line to play
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Eubanks (rest) is not in line to play in Thursday's preseason game against Wizards, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.
The Knicks plan to hold Eubanks out Thursday. His next chance to play would be Monday against Minnesota.
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Knicks' Jordan Clarkson: Struggles with shot
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Clarkson recorded six points (2-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT), four rebounds and one assist in 14 minutes during Monday's preseason loss to the 76ers.
Clarkson struggled to find his shot in his first preseason action, and all four of his rebounds came on the offensive glass. The veteran projects to provide scoring off New York's bench and should have a sizable role with the second unit.
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Knicks' Andre Drummond: Swats three shots in preseason
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Drummond finished with six points (2-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-5 FT), five rebounds, three blocks and one assist in 12 minutes during Monday's preseason loss to Philadelphia.
Drummond made his presence felt defensively despite the limited workload. He should provide New York with experienced frontcourt depth behind Karl-Anthony Towns.
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Knicks' Tyler Kolek: Hands out five dimes
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Kolek recorded five points (2-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 0-1 FT), five assists, two rebounds and one block in 17 minutes during Monday's preseason loss to the 76ers.
Kolek didn't commit a turnover while leading the Knicks in assists. The third-year guard will continue competing for reserve backcourt minutes during the preseason.
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Knicks' Landry Shamet: Hits double digits
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Shamet finished with 10 points (4-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt) in 11 minutes during Monday's 120-97 preseason loss to Philadelphia.
Shamet provided a quick scoring punch off the bench and knocked down two of his five attempts from beyond the arc. The veteran guard should remain in the mix for reserve minutes on the wing, with his perimeter shooting being his primary path to playing time.
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Knicks' Mikal Bridges: Quiet in preseason opener
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Bridges recorded three points (1-5 FG, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and three assists across 15 minutes in Monday's 120-97 preseason loss to the 76ers.
None of the Knicks' projected five starters logged more than 15 minutes in this preseason opener, but it'd be a stretch to say Bridges did too much -- he was one of three starters who scored five or fewer points. Bridges is an established veteran who's locked into a starting role ahead of the 2026-27 regular season opener against this Philadelphia team on Tuesday, Oct. 20.
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Knicks' Jalen Brunson: Scores 12 points in preseason loss Monday
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Brunson registered 12 points (4-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and three assists across 15 minutes in Monday's 120-97 preseason loss to the 76ers.
Brunson reached double figures despite playing only during the first half, but most importantly, he was able to handle the workload with no issues after undergoing left wrist surgery in the offseason. The Knicks have little reason to push their star point guard during exhibition play, and it shouldn't be surprising if Brunson continues to see limited playing time throughout the preseason.
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Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns: Limited to five points
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Towns contributed five points (2-4 FG, 1-3 3Pt), five rebounds and two assists across 15 minutes in Monday's 120-97 preseason loss to the 76ers.
Towns, who's reportedly frustrated by the lack of contract talks before the start of the 2026-27 regular season, joined the projected regular New York starters but saw limited involvement and production in a brief 15-minute cameo. There's little to take away from such a light preseason workload, and Towns remains positioned to operate as one of New York's primary offensive options once the regular season gets underway -- even if he's frustrated by off-court, contract-related issues.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Nets 12 points with six boards
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Anunoby contributed 12 points (3-7 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 6-6 FT) and six rebounds over 14 minutes in Monday's 120-97 preseason loss to the 76ers.
The Knicks' starters were only available for the first half of Monday's exhibition, but Anunoby looked good in his limited floor time, and his six boards were a team high. Anunoby was a third-round producer last season with averages of 16.7 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 2.3 triples, 1.6 steals and 0.7 blocks per contest, and he should see similar production as he enters his age-29 season.
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Knicks' Drew Eubanks: Available Monday
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Eubanks (thumb) is available for Monday's preseason game against the 76ers, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.
Eubanks underwent surgery to repair a torn UCL in his left thumb in mid-March, though he's at full strength ahead of the Knicks' preseason opener. He's currently signed to a training camp contract and competing for a spot on the team's regular-season roster.
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Knicks' Jose Alvarado: Won't play in preseason opener
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Alvarado (knee) won't play in Monday's preseason game against the 76ers, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.
Alvarado is dealing with a left knee contusion and will be held out of the Knicks' preseason opener. His next chance to play during the preseason will come Thursday against the Wizards.
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Knicks' Jack Kayil: Won't come stateside this season
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Kayil signed a five-year deal with Alba Berlin.
The Knicks selected Kayil in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft, but he won't be coming stateside anytime soon. Instead, the 20-year-old point guard will continue to develop overseas.
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