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Knicks' Landry Shamet Faces Indefinite Sideline with Dislocated Shoulder

The injury complicates the Knicks' roster strategy amid salary cap constraints as they prepare for the upcoming season.

  • Landry Shamet suffered a dislocated right shoulder during a preseason game against the Charlotte Hornets, leaving his return date uncertain.
  • The Knicks are evaluating the injury with hopes Shamet can avoid surgery, though his absence impacts the team's depth.
  • Shamet was expected to play a key role off the bench after the Knicks traded for Karl-Anthony Towns, which reduced their roster depth.
  • The team's financial situation is tight, with only $3.58 million in cap space, influencing decisions about retaining Shamet on the roster.
  • Options include waiving Shamet to free up a roster spot, with the possibility of re-signing him post-recovery, as his contract limits financial liability.
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