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Mike Brown’s Up-Tempo Knicks Take Shape With Brunson Leaner and Brogdon Pushing to Stick

New York is shifting to higher three-point volume and tighter minute management to prioritize playoff readiness.

9/30/25
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TARRYTOWN, NEW YORK - JULY 08: Head coach of Mike Brown of the New York Knicks speaks to media during his introductory press conference at Knicks Training Facility on July 08, 2025 in Tarrytown, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ishika Samant/Getty Images)
TARRYTOWN, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 23: Head coach Mike Brown of the New York Knicks speaks to the media at Knicks Training Facility on September 23, 2025 in Tarrytown, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Brown is installing a pace-and-space offense and said he’s comfortable with 40-plus three-point attempts when they are quality looks.
  • The coach wants Jalen Brunson off the ball more, emphasizing catch-and-shoot opportunities to ease his workload late in games.
  • Brunson said he is a little lighter and more toned to handle a faster system and improved conditioning demands.
  • Malcolm Brogdon, on a non-guaranteed one-year deal, says he expects to make the team and help relieve Brunson; Brown praised his steadiness.
  • Operating at the second-apron hard cap, the Knicks may need a move to keep both Brogdon and Landry Shamet, with final decisions pending as they begin preseason in Abu Dhabi.