Overview

• Bleacher Report’s Greg Swartz omitted the Brunson-Towns-Anunoby trio from his top five Big 3 list, specifically citing Towns’ defensive shortcomings.
• ESPN broadcaster Mark Jones said the Knicks “have the roster to win the East,” highlighting the potential impact of coach Mike Brown’s incremental improvements.
• Brown’s appointment signals a stylistic change away from isolation-heavy tactics toward a faster tempo and expanded bench roles.
• New York enters 2025-26 with its core intact and has added Jordan Clarkson and Guerschon Yabusele to bolster backcourt depth.
• The franchise retains one open roster spot and is expected to lean more heavily on its bench reserves under Brown’s system.