Overview
- Reports on Sept. 15 say the New York Knicks, Miami Heat, Orlando Magic and Toronto Raptors have shown interest in signing Konchar after he was traded to Minnesota on Aug. 29 and then waived.
- Konchar is a 6-foot-5, 30-year-old wing whose value comes from defense, rebounding and possession-winning plays rather than scoring, with last season averages of about 4.4 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.5 steals per game.
- Minnesota is responsible for Konchar’s fully guaranteed $6.17 million 2026–27 salary, which lets him be selective about offers and reduces financial risk for teams that would add him.
- Practical barriers make a quick signing uncertain because Toronto sits near its apron hard cap, Miami and Orlando already list 14 standard contracts, and the Knicks are considered more likely to prioritize adding a big man for their 14th roster spot.
- With training camp approaching, Konchar represents a low-cost, low-risk depth option and teams may wait to sign him until a preseason injury, underperformance, or a buyout creates a clearer opening.