The New York Knicks are playing it cool with their roster, holding onto a couple of open spots even as other teams rush to fill theirs. They’ve only got 13 guys locked in right now, and guess who’s popped up big time on their radar to fill one of those final spots? None other than Drew Eubanks, the gritty, veteran center.
Knicks Are Hunting For Toughness, And Eubanks Is Their Guy
Yeah, the Knicks are being super patient, but they’re not just sitting around. Ian Begley from SNY.tv reported they’re checking out defensive-minded veterans. Rory Maher from Hoops Rumors specifically named Eubanks and John Konchar as players on their radar. Eubanks has always been a solid depth piece, which is exactly what a team like the Knicks needs. This isn’t about signing a superstar; it’s about making sure their bench is stacked.
Coming Off Injury, Eubanks Brings the Rebounding Power
This dude has made a career out of being a relentless role player, starting with the San Antonio Spurs and doing stints with the LA Clippers, Utah Jazz, Phoenix Suns, and most recently, 42 games for the Sacramento Kings last season. He’s played for six teams, grinding it out, racking up $16 million in career earnings. Talk about earning your pay! But get this: he’s coming off a season-ending torn UCL in his left thumb. Dr. Steven Shin performed the surgery last season, and NBA.com reported he’s expected to make a full recovery. That’s big, because Eubanks is known as an efficient rebounder. Daily Knicks’ Jack Simone thinks he’d be a reliable third-string center for New York.
What This Means For The Knicks’ Bench Game
Look, Jack Simone isn’t wrong: Eubanks isn’t gonna totally flip the script for the Knicks next season. But adding an extra center behind Karl-Anthony Towns and Andre Drummond? That’s a massive win for depth. This isn’t about flashy plays, it’s about having that reliable, gritty presence for the long haul. The Knicks have been looking for that third center all summer, and Eubanks could be the perfect fit to bring that tough, rebounding energy to the bench. Get ready for a deeper roster, New York.
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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