Overview

• Precious Achiuwa strained his left hamstring during a preseason game against the Washington Wizards and will be re-evaluated in two to four weeks.
• The Knicks are already facing depth challenges at the center position, with Mitchell Robinson also sidelined until January due to ankle surgeries.
• Achiuwa's absence exacerbates the Knicks' bench depth issues, as he was expected to be a key reserve player.
• New York may need to explore the free-agent market to bolster their roster, potentially impacting their salary cap strategy.
• The Knicks open their season against the Celtics, who have a strong lineup that could exploit New York's weakened interior defense.