The New York Knicks had to make a very tough decision ahead of Saturday’s roster deadline as they prepare for the regular season.

Knicks waive Garrison Mathews

According to SNY’s Ian Begley , the team is planning to waive Garrison Mathews ahead of Saturday’s deadline. Mathews joined the Knicks on a non-guaranteed deal and was impressive during preseason.

Mathews did not appear in the preseason finale against the Charlotte Hornets, which became a strong indicator of his dismissal. He appeared in the previous four games and averaged 6.8 points and shot 41.2% from three.

This move would indicate that Landry Shamet will earn the team’s final roster spot. They were initially searching for trades to possibly make to open up space for two veterans, but Malcolm Brogdon’s abrupt retirement chan

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