Overview
- James Wiseman, on a non-guaranteed training-camp deal, posted an 18-point, 10-rebound preseason game that strengthened his case for the final roster spot and moved him into favored position for the third center role.
- The Knicks announced Drew Eubanks has a torn pectoral, an injury that removed him from the late roster mix and accelerated the team’s decision to lean on Wiseman for backup center minutes.
- New York closed the preseason with a 122-120 win over the Toronto Raptors on Thursday in which Karl-Anthony Towns produced a strong all-around performance and starters finished preparation for opening night.
- Coach Mike Brown has framed the team’s approach around accountability and player support, saying the club must balance tough standards with awareness of players’ off-court circumstances as it defends the title.
- With several Exhibit 9 and training-camp invites in play, the Knicks enter the regular season keeping most of their core while oddsmakers set their win total at 52.5 and negotiations with Towns are paused for now.