New York Knicks aim to add roster depth and explore trade options

The Knicks entered summer league with a roster that includes second‑round draft picks Jack Kayil, a former FIBA Best Young Player from Germany, and Vanderbilt guard Tyler Nickel, along with G‑league stand‑outs Pacôme Dadiet, Dillon Jones and Mohamed Diawara. The team will begin its summer league schedule on July 10 against the Nets and faces a roster overhaul as it seeks to fortify its bench.

Off the court, New York is still searching for a third‑string center. Potential candidates mentioned include veteran Jonas Valančiūnas and journeyman Nick Richards. The organization is also weighing trade scenarios that could involve Andre Drummond, Miles McBride, José Alvarado or Landry Shamet, while remaining under the NBA’s second‑apron salary threshold. Possible moves include moving Pacôme Dadiet or Tyler Kolek to free cap space or using the team’s taxpayer mid‑level exception for additional signings.