The Knicks find an unexpected reinforcement to complete their roster

Juan López - 16 Sep 2026 | 10:34
Mercado NBA New York Knicks John Konchar

One of the most experienced free agents still available has reached an agreement with New York and will have an opportunity to earn a spot on the final roster.

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John Konchar, new player for the New York Knicks.

NBA Market: The New York Knicks continue to shape their roster for the upcoming season and have found a new piece to strengthen their rotation. Free agent John Konchar has reached an agreement with the New York franchise, as confirmed to ESPN by his agent, George S. Langberg of GSL Sports Group.

Konchar, 30 years old, will face his eighth season in the NBA after having played last season for the Utah Jazz and the Memphis Grizzlies. His experience may become one of his main arguments to secure one of the remaining spots available in New York.

An Opportunity to Join the Roster

The Knicks currently have two open spots in their roster, and Konchar will have an important opportunity to convince the coaching staff and earn one of them. The franchise also plans to add center Drew Eubanks, who will also compete for a spot on the final roster.

This situation makes the upcoming weeks a battle for the last available spots, with veteran players trying to prove they can contribute from the bench and complete a roster designed to compete at the highest level.

In Konchar's case, experience works in his favor. The forward has accumulated over 360 games played in the NBA and has spent most of his career in Memphis, where he remained for his first six seasons.

From Memphis to Utah

Konchar began his NBA career with the Grizzlies and built nearly his entire career there before switching teams last season. Memphis decided to trade him to Utah mid-season, ending a six-year stint with the franchise.

With the Jazz, he played 26 games during the 2025-26 season, averaging 5.9 points, 3.0 assists, and 5.7 rebounds per game.

His numbers are not those of a great star, but his profile can be useful for a roster that needs players capable of taking on different responsibilities and providing experience when needed.

Now he will have to prove it in New York. The Knicks still have two open spots, and Konchar has a real chance to earn one of them before the start of the season.

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