Overview
- Brown said the Knicks will push the tempo and play a 9–10 man rotation, with the starting lineup to be decided during preseason games that begin in Abu Dhabi on Oct. 2.
- Jalen Brunson expressed sadness over Tom Thibodeau’s firing and said he is willing to adapt to Brown’s system to keep winning.
- Josh Hart said he believes he is a starter but will accept the role Brown chooses; he also revealed he re-aggravated a finger injury and expects to wear a splint this season.
- New York kept its core and added depth with Jordan Clarkson and Guerschon Yabusele, plus non‑guaranteed deals for Malcolm Brogdon and Landry Shamet, intensifying competition for the fifth starting spot alongside Brunson, Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby and Karl‑Anthony Towns.
- BetMGM lists the Knicks with the second‑best title odds, and center Mitchell Robinson enters a contract year without an extension, presenting a key roster decision to monitor.