The 2024 NBA offseason could be a transformational time for the New York Knicks.
Or maybe they don’t think transforming this team is necessary after it pushed its way into the Eastern Conference semifinals despite a relentless rash of injuries.
The Knicks have the resources to take a big swing should they choose, but they also have enough key contributors heading to free agency, that they could put their primary focus on in-house matters.
Let’s dig into what New York needs to gain this summer.
Jalen Brunson was a point-producing wrecking ball in the postseason. Only Joel Embiid, last season’s MVP, pumped in more points per game in these playoffs than Brunson’s nightly tally of 32.4.
It was mostly mesmerizing stuff from Brunson—his shooting rates could’ve been higher if you want to get nitpicky—but it was also an accurate reflection of how little scoring help he had around him.
Only two other Knicks averaged 15-plus points in the postseason: sharpshooter Donte DiVincenzo (17.8) and defensive stopper OG Anunoby (15.1).
Alec Burks, who didn’t crack the playoff rotation until the final five contests, averaged New York’s fourth-most points (14.8).
Granted, a clean bill of health could’ve hugely helped, particularly with Julius Randle, who snagged his third career All-Star nod before a shoulder injury ended his season.
Moving forward, though, the Knicks might need more offensive protection, particularly if they have any interest in shopping Randle, who was wildly inefficient during his previous two playoff trips.
