The New York Knicks still have room to sign one more player to a veteran’s minimum contract, and there have been a few players up for consideration to get that final roster spot.

The Knicks could be an ideal landing spot for Russell Westbrook

While Ben Simmons has been the perceived favorite to earn that spot, another player has emerged as a candidate. NBA analyst Rachel Nichols believes that former MVP Russell Westbrook should be signed by the Knicks.

“That’s a team that needs a guy like him. That actually has a slot for a guy like him. I think he would flourish in New York,” Nichols said . “I think New York fans would love him, and I think he would be able to fill that sort of vet energy role really well.”

Westbrook spent last season with the Denver Nuggets as their primary sixth man

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