New York Knicks Could Target Career 43.8% Three-Point Shooter in Free Agency, Per Insider
New York Knicks Could Target Career 43.8% Three-Point Shooter in Free Agency, Per Insider 4 May 31, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (2) defends against New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) in the second quarter during game six of the eastern conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
Originally posted on Hardwood Heroics | By Jordan Samar | Last updated Jun 18, 2025 9:05 AM ET
The New York Knicks are in for a busy summer, as they must find their next head coach following the surprising dismissal of Tom Thibodeau while searching for reinforcements in the trade and free agency markets.
According to James Edwards III of The Athletic, the New York Knicks should target Luke Kennard in free agency because the team “desperately” needs what he brings to the table.
“However, there are a couple of names I think the Knicks should consider and have had rumblings about considering. The first one is Luke Kennard,” Edwards wrote in his column.
New York Knicks Could Target Career 43.8% Three-Point Shooter in Free Agency, Per Insider 2 Feb 14, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Luke Kennard (10) reacts after a three-point basket during the first half against the Houston Rockets at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
“The soon-to-be 29-year-old is one of the best shooters in basketball and also sneakily could be a secondary or tertiary ballhandler for New York, which desperately needs that skill set on its roster. Over the last five seasons, Kennard has made at least 43 percent of his 3s while also attempting at least four per game. He’s a sniper. Plain and simple,” he added.
In the same mailbag article, James Edwards III said the team might not have the same lineup next season because of Mikal Bridges , OG Anunoby, and Karl-Anthony Towns’ contracts. However, he expects Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart to stay.
New York Knicks Achieve Impressive Playoff Scoring Feat Not Seen Since 1972 in Game 3 Win Vs. Detroit Pistons 2 Mar 25, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) and forward Mikal Bridges (25) celebrate during the closing seconds of the fourth quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
“I think there’s a 40 percent chance one of the ‘usual starters’ isn’t on the roster opening night,” Edwards stated.
“Anunoby and Towns are very good players, but both guys have lengthy deals – and have dealt with injuries throughout their careers. If you told me New York might try to get off of one of those, I wouldn’t be totally surprised,” he added.
