Knicks Have Five Players Competing for Open Roster Spot: Who Should They Sign?

This offseason, the New York Knicks prioritized bringing back pieces from their 2026 championship squad, but they also signed some free agents who are fighting for roster spots and could end up being key reserves next season. 

The five players who are currently competing for a roster spot are John Konchar, Bruce Brown, Drew Eubanks, James Wiseman, and Ochai Agbaji. These are all players who have spent multiple years in the NBA up to this point and are currently looking for stability. 

While all these players could help the Knicks in some capacity, they would like a spot on one of the better teams in the NBA; not every one of them is the right fit for the team. When going through the process of signing the best free agent, New York's front office should prioritize who will be the best fit in this system. 

When looking at the options available and how each player finds success, the player who best matches the Knicks' identity is guard Bruce Brown. Brown is a veteran player who was part of the Denver Nuggets' 2023 championship roster. He left the Nuggets following that season and returned in 20252-2026. 

Now Brown is looking to make the Knicks' roster, and considering how Mike Brown coaches this team and what they like to do on both ends of the floor, Brown could fit right in with the Knicks. 

Bruce Brown is known for being someone who can play well on both ends of the floor from the perimeter. With Denver, he was a reliable shooter from distance, and he was also a solid on-ball defender from outside as well. 

He was highly sought after by the Indiana Pacers following his first tenure with Denver, and even though his production has decreased, he is still able to add that element to this Knicks roster. 

New York has multiple players like Brown on their current roster, including Miles McBride and Josh Hart. If one of them were to get hurt, Brown is someone you can plug and play into a lineup if needed. 

Last season, Bruce Brown averaged 7.9 points per game, 1 steal, and shot 38.5 percent from three-point range. If he can shoot similarly with New York to how he did with Denver last season, he could be someone who provides a spark off the bench. 

The Knicks' front office will have a tough decision to make, as they have an abundance of veterans hungry for a roster spot. When making this decision, they need to find the best fit for their rotation, and their answer may be Brunce Brown.