Overview

• Mike Brown said he has not settled on a starting five and intends to use a 9–10 man rotation, with preseason set to determine roles.
• Josh Hart revealed he re-aggravated a finger injury and expects to play with a splint, joking about his role but stressing he will do what helps the team.
• Jalen Brunson reported his ankle has had no setbacks and that he feels great heading into the season.
• Karl-Anthony Towns denied reports he received offseason treatment for knee and finger injuries, as the staff weighs whether he starts with Mitchell Robinson or at center.
• With only one veteran roster spot available, Malcolm Brogdon and Landry Shamet are competing to stick, and league chatter points to Pacôme Dadiet as the Knicks’ most likely trade chip to manage roster and cap constraints.