Knicks waited on free agent point guard — but their backup plan was brilliant

The New York Knicks didn’t wait forever for Ben Simmons to make up his mind. After giving the veteran weeks to decide if he wanted to join as a backup point guard, the front office grew impatient and went in another direction. Instead of uncertainty, Leon Rose opted for action, reshaping the roster with multiple moves designed to solidify the backcourt.

Knicks strike quickly with new additions

The Knicks signed Landry Shamet to a veteran minimum deal, a familiar face who provides shooting depth. But the real headliner was the addition of Malcolm Brogdon, along with Garrison Matthews, a pair that gives Mike Brown more flexibility and reliability in the second unit.

Brogdon , now 32, comes with questions but also plenty of intrigue. He played only 24 games for the Washington Wizards last