Kristaps Porzingis struggled last season due to an unspecified virus, averaging just 7.7 points and 4.6 rebounds in the playoffs, but he now feels healthy and ready to play for Latvia in EuroBasket and the Hawks next season. With a strong offseason trade to Atlanta, where he aims to provide rim protection and enhance his synergy with Trae Young, Porzingis is poised for a comeback after averaging 19.5 points in the regular season.
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In this edition of Knicks' Mailbag, SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley discusses the Knicks' interest in Ben Simmons for their final roster spot and the potential for Landry Shamet. Coach Mike Brown will influence personnel decisions, while the front office has made some missteps, including the Obi Toppin trade, and projections suggest a win total of around 49 for Brown's first season. Want More Context? 🔎
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Former NBPA executive director Tamika Tremaglio defended the two-apron structure of the 2023 collective bargaining agreement in an interview, clarifying that there is no hard cap but rather a framework with financial penalties and roster limitations at different thresholds. She emphasized that teams have the option to enter the apron but face intentional choices regarding luxury tax payments, with Andre Iguodala succeeding her as executive director. Want More Context? 🔎
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Bryce McGowens has signed a Two-Way deal with the New Orleans Pelicans after averaging 5.1 points and 1.7 rebounds in 14.9 minutes over 13 games with the Portland Trail Blazers last season. Originally selected 40th overall in the 2022 NBA draft from Nebraska, McGowens had previously played a larger role with the Charlotte Hornets. Want More Context? 🔎
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