Scott Davis

Joined: May 20, 2026

Scott Davis has covered sports, with a heavy focus on the New York Knicks and NBA, for over a decade. His work has appeared on Business Insider, The Sporting News, Athlon Sports, SB Nation, and FanSided, covering everything from free agency news, blockbuster trades, in-depth analysis, and inside scoops on historic seasons and breakout stars.

Dec 15, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; New York Knicks forward Pacome Dadiet (4) during practice prior to the Emirates NBA Cup championship at the T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Nov 27, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) drives to the basket past Dallas Mavericks forward Maxi Kleber (42) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Jan 17, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Miles McBride (2) during the second half against the Phoenix Suns at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

The Knicks have a few things to figure out.

Nov 7, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) and guard Josh Hart (3) react after a play against the Orlando Magic in the second quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

The Knicks used free agency to mostly keep their championship squad together, making a bet that they will still be the best team in the East.

Jun 10, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Jose Alvarado (5) reacts in the fourth quarter against the San Antonio Spurs during game four of the 2026 NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

The Knicks' free agency moves have all been centered on retaining their championship bench while staying below the second apron.

Feb 8, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks assistant coach Rick Brunson talks with New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11), forward Mikal Bridges (25), and guard Josh Hart (3) during a timeout in the third quarter against the Boston Celtics at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

The Knicks' remaining moves this offseason could set them up to improve their championship odds and make trades down the line.

Mar 3, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (23) during a break in the action against the Toronto Raptors during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

The Knicks have some serious work to do to add centers to their roster after losing both Mitchell Robinson and Ariel Hukporti in free agency.

The possibility of a reunion now seems unlikely.

Tim Hardaway Jr. had been floated as a Landry Shamet replacement for the Knicks, but he may have better offers in free agency.

Apr 12, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks center Ariel Hukporti (55) reacts after a basket against the Charlotte Hornets during the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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With Ariel Hukporti and Mitchell Robinson both free agents, the Knicks have some work to do to fill out their center rotation in NBA free agency.

Jun 13, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; New York Knicks owner James Dolan stands with his team next to the Larry O'Brien championship trophy during the championship trophy presentation after game five of the 2026 NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

While the NBA's second apron is restrictive, competing for championships with a deep bench makes it worth the head aches for the Knicks.

The Knicks reportedly have a number they will not exceed on Mitchell Robinson's next contract, creating a massive decision to make in free agency.

Jun 23, 2026; New York, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver greets the twenty fourth pick in the 2026 NBA draft, Baylor guard Cameron Carr after he was selected by the New York Knicks at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

The Knicks looked to save money on draft night, another sign that they will avoid the second apron.

May 25, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) celebrates a shot made by guard Landry Shamet (44) in the second quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers during game four of the eastern conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

The Knicks will be busy in free agency trying to keep the bench from their championship squad.

Jun 10, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) reacts in the fourth quarter against the San Antonio Spurs during game four of the 2026 NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Jalen Brunson's clutch playoff performances are almost growing too long to rank.

Jun 5, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; New York Knicks guard Landry Shamet (44) runs back up court during the fourth quarter during game two of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

Landry Shamet's next contract may be too rich for the Knicks after his strong posteason play.

Scott Davis

Joined: May 20, 2026

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