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Knicks Open Camp on Solid Footing, Projections Near 51–53 Wins as Final Roster Slot Looms

Speculation around Ben Simmons underscores a vet‑minimum search constrained by second‑apron rules.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 28: Ben Simmons #25 of the Los Angeles Clippers searches for an opening during the first half of the game against the New York Knicks at Barclays Center on March 28, 2025 in New York City.
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Mar 26, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Tyler Kolek (13) looks to drive past LA Clippers guard Ben Simmons (25) in the third quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Overview

  • New York returns its starting core under new head coach Mike Brown after last season’s 51–31 campaign and conference finals run.
  • Bench help arrived with Jordan Clarkson and Guerschon Yabusele to address last year’s light second‑unit production.
  • Forecasts cluster around a similar regular-season outcome, with Bleacher Report projecting 51 wins and FanDuel setting the over/under at 53.5.
  • The Athletic slotted the Knicks’ offseason 15th leaguewide, citing the coaching change as a major factor in the middle-of-the-pack grade.
  • The Knicks hold one veteran-minimum spot, with Ben Simmons discussed as a fit by cap analysts while SNY’s Ian Begley downplays New York as the favorite as other suitors, including the Kings, Warriors and Timberwolves, remain in play.