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Jordan Clarkson Starts Knicks Tenure, Training With Tyler Kolek at BlackOps

New York added the 2021 Sixth Man on a veteran-minimum contract after his Jazz buyout to bolster bench scoring.

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Overview

  • After a buyout with the Jazz, Clarkson joined the Knicks this summer on a veteran-minimum deal.
  • New footage from BlackOps shows Clarkson trading one-on-one reps with sophomore guard Tyler Kolek as they build chemistry.
  • The Knicks project Clarkson as their primary bench scorer and view him as a possible Sixth Man of the Year candidate.
  • He averaged 16.2 points and shot 36.2% from three last season, though he appeared in only 37 games as durability remains a concern.
  • Clarkson has voiced a commitment to representing New York with pride, drawing public praise for his fit from Josh Hart and Jalen Brunson.