After advancing to the Eastern Conference finals, the New York Knicks enter the 2025-26 season under new leadership following the hiring of Mike Brown as head coach.
The front office, led by Leon Rose, opted to fire Tom Thibodeau after a 226-174 record and four playoff appearances in five seasons. The group is hopeful that Brown, a two-time Coach of the Year, can help lead the organization to its first NBA Finals since 1999.
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The roster remained unchanged primarily, with the team signing only Jordan Clarkson and Guerschon Yabusele to guaranteed contracts. They also signed Malcolm Brogdon, Mohamed Diawara, Alex Len, Garrison Mathews, Matt Ryan and Landry Shamet to training camp deals.
With only 12 players currently on guaranteed contracts, the Knicks are expected to finalize their 15-man roster following training camp. Brogdon and Diawara are both expected to receive strong consideration for a spot on the opening-night roster.
With the team opening training camp on Sept. 24, Rookie Wire examined the Knicks’ depth chart and offered an early projection of the starters and backups entering the season.
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Oct 9, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) reacts after a basket against the Washington Wizards during the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
Jalen Brunson: $34,944,001
Malcolm Brogdon: $3,303,774
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Oct 13, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks forward Mikal Bridges (25) goes up for a dunk during the first half against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
Mikal Bridges: $24,900,000
Miles McBride: $4,333,333
Jordan Clarkson: $2,296,274
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May 27, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (8) shoots a three point basket over Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) during the first quarter of game four of the eastern conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
Pacôme Dadiet: $2,847,600
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MARCH 25: Josh Hart #3 of the New York Knicks dribbles during the first half against the Dallas Mavericks at Madison Square Garden on March 25, 2025 in New York City. 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 Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
Guerschon Yabusele: $5,500,000
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May 25, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) reacts during the fourth quarter against the Indiana Pacers during game three of the eastern conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
Karl-Anthony Towns: $53,142,264
Mitchell Robinson: $12,954,546
Ariel Hukporti: $1,955,377
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This article originally appeared on Rookie Wire: Knicks depth chart: Projecting starters, backups for 2025-26 season