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Fantasy Basketball Draft Guide 2026: New York Knicks Team Preview
Last Updated on August 30, 2026 5:32 am by Mike Passador | Published: August 30, 2026
How’d We Get Here?
The Knicks completed an all-time feel-good run to the title, demolishing the field en route to their first championship in 53 years. A deeply likable group that fit together perfectly, the Knicks steamrolled the competition and consistently delivered in the clutch while providing fans memories that will last a lifetime. Nothing lasts forever, sadly, and James Dolan made it clear very quickly that the Knicks would not be going into the second apron to keep the team together. That meant goodbye Mitchell Robinson for sure, and the Knicks ended up letting Ariel Hukporti walk as well. They signed Andre Drummond in free agency to backfill the center spot and spent most of their money re-signing backcourt depth, retaining Landry Shamet and Jose Alvarado. It’s a thinner version of the team that won it all but the Knicks aren’t dramatically different at their core. We’ll see if that’s enough to stay ahead of the curve in a deeper Eastern Conference.
For a full recap of last season to set the table, check out our New York Knicks Season Wrap!
The New York Knicks Season Wrap
Offseason Moves
Arrivals: Andre Drummond
Rookie Arrivals: Jack Kayil (No. 39), Tyler Nickel (No. 47)
Departures: Mitchell Robinson, Ariel Hukporti, Jeremy Sochan, Kevin McCullar Jr., Dillon Jones, Trey Jemison
Retained: Landry Shamet, Jose Alvarado, Mohamed Diawara, Jordan Clarkson
Depth Chart and Minutes Per Game
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