Summary
The New York Knicks are considering trading Pacôme Dadiet, a recent first-round draft pick from 2024, to make room in their roster. The Knicks need to decide by October 22 if they will fully guarantee contracts for players Jordan Clarkson and Malcolm Brogdon, which may require them to release or trade another player. Dadiet has played limited minutes but showed potential in preseason games.
Key Facts
- The New York Knicks are thinking about trading Pacôme Dadiet, a recent first-round draft pick.
- The team needs to decide by October 22 whether to fully guarantee contracts for Jordan Clarkson and Malcolm Brogdon.
- Clarkson and Brogdon's contracts aren't fully guaranteed yet.
- Pacôme Dadiet is a 6-foot-8 forward from France who struggled with shooting last season.
- Dadiet played for the G League's Westchester Knicks last season, averaging 14.9 points per game.
- New York showcased Dadiet in the starting lineup in a preseason game, likely to increase trade interest.
- The Knicks aim to improve their chances in the playoffs, with some key competitors in the Eastern Conference weakened by injuries.
